AWARENESS AND PRACTICE OF SELF-MEDICATION AMONG ENGINEERING STUDENTS IN ADELEKE UNIVERSITY EDE, OSUN STATE.
Abstract
ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION: Self-medication, a common practice worldwide, involves the utilization of medicinal products by individuals to treat self-diagnosed disorders or symptoms, as well as the continuous use of prescribed medications for chronic conditions. The number of individuals practicing self-medication varies across different countries and regions, with young people, particularly students, being identified as a vulnerable group. AIM: The objective of the study was to assess the level of awareness
And practice of self-medication among Engineering students in Adeleke University Ede, Osun State. METHOD: A descriptive cross-sectional design was used to select sample size of 300 respondents using convenience sampling technique. Self developed questionnaires were used to collect data. The data collected were analyzed using a descriptive statistics of tables and percentage. More so statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS version 27.0 RESULT: The outcome of the study revealed that the awareness and practice of self-medication among Engineering students in Adeleke University Ede, Osun State was high. The result revealed that 248 (99.20%) of the respondents are aware of self-medication while 2 (0.80%) said they are not aware of self-medication. 148 respondents (59.20%) answered "Yes" that they practice self-medication while 92 respondents (36.90%) answered “No". RECOMMENDATION: Educational institutions should incorporate health education programs that focus on self-medication and its potential risks.
Keywords: Awareness, practice, self-medication, students
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