Drug Use and Criminal Behavior Among Patients in Addiction Treatment in A Neuropsychiatric Hospital in Nigeria: A Mixed-Methods Study
The study suggests that addressing this issue requires a holistic approach, including addiction treatment, economic support, and mental health care, beyond just law enforcement. The findings highlight the need for comprehensive interventions to tackle the complex relationship between drug use and crime.
Authors
- Olaniyi Ayilara
- Olaide N. Koleoso
- Julius O. Adeduntan
- Oluyemi O. Akanni
Institutions
- Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital (NG)
- Sinai Grace Hospital (US)
- University of Benin Teaching Hospital (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Substance Use & Misuse
- Published
- 2026-03-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10826084.2026.2639641
- Primary Topic
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00