CHAPTER
ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
Historically,
drugs have been part of the daily life of human beings. From the primitive mixtures
and concoctions, to the present day highly effective tablets, capsules, syrups,
suspensions etc. Drugs have been vital to the survival and well being of
humanity. According to Falawiyo (1988) cited by Oniyama and Ikekhua (2006),
a
drug is any substance which when taken alter the physiological and pharmacological
functioning of the body. It is any substance other than food, which by its
chemical nature; affect the structure and function of the body. Another
definition that aids our understanding of the word drug is found in Awake!
October 8th2005 edition, According to this edition of awake, drugs
refer to any chemical substance whether of natural or synthetic origin, which
can be used to alter perception, mood or other psychological states. Although
most drugs are manufactured to promote and protect the physical, mental,
emotional and social well being of humans, a vast majority of people have made
themselves victim through the misuse and abuse of drugs. Increase in life
expectancy could be linked to the discovery of drugs, which has improved the
quality of human lives. When drugs are administered under medical supervision /
direction, they often appear to have a miraculous effect in relieving pain,
suffering and treatment of diseases that other-wise would interfere with
physical, mental and social health (Ajala, 2006).The history of drug use is parallel to the history of human race. Since the earliest times man searched for herbs, roots, banks, leaves, animal and other substances to help relieve pains, control diseases and stress, to get the body ready for strenuous activities and maintain good health wellbeing and happiness. Substance abuse, a public and social problem has gradually become a cause for concern in Africa especially in Nigeria. United Nations publication on world drug report (2011) stated that in Nigeria, the consumption of illegal drugs and the harmful use of other psychoactive substances such as....................................
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