Knowledge, Attitude and Readiness of Substance Use Prevention Programme among Secondary School Teachers in Afikpo North and South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State

Abstract

Aims: The study was embarked upon to determine knowledge, attitude and readiness of substance use prevention programs among secondary school teachers in Afikpo North and Edda south Local Government Areas of Ebonyi State. It was aimed at enlightening the teachers on the need for substance use prevention among youths. Methodology: The researcher adopted a descriptive survey research design using multi stage random sampling techniques, which focused on secondary school teachers. The researcher used a structured questionnaire with a sample size of 100 which was administered and returned by the respondents on the spot. Data was analyzed using mean and percentages and was presented in tables. Results: Based on the findings, teachers have good knowledge of what substance use prevention is all about with a  indicating that secondary school teachers are knowledgeable about substance use prevention programme. The teachers have positive attitude towards implementing the program with a  and they are ready to implement programs in preventing substance use among students with a . Conclusion: The researchers recommended that frequent assessment of teacher’s knowledge, attitude and readiness regarding substance use prevention is eminent. The sources of teacher’s information and provision of frequent educational programs regarding substance use prevention among students should be assessed and there should be a collaborative effort of the ministry of health and that of information in providing prevention programs targeted on adolescents and students for prevention of drug use.