Abstract
This study aimed at determining shisha use and its associated factors among Somali Community youth living in Eastleigh in Nairobi. A researcher-developed questionnaire was presented to the participants asking demographic and socioeconomic characteristics with their use of shisha to collect data in selected households. Both descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS version 23 was used in analyzing data. Findings indicated a high prevalence of shisha use, comorbid use with other psychoactive substances that include khat, other tobacco products, alcoholic beverages and prescription medications. Reasons for use included peer pressure, social acceptability, parental use and affordability. We recommend psychoeducation on the effects of shisha to target both parents and the youth in prevention of shisha use among Somali community.
Highlights
Shisha use is a global public health burden among the youth, [1] that needs to be addressed through surveillance intervention and development of policies that regulate the framework of use, [2]
This study found a high return rate of 86.94%. This is in line with other studies among the youth on the prevalence of shisha, [5] which registered a return of 94%
This is similar to what was found in a recent study among the youth in the United States, [17] at 38.1% and that found among Florida high school students (22.5%) in 2014, [18]
Summary
This study found a high return rate of 86.94%. This is in line with other studies among the youth on the prevalence of shisha, [5] which registered a return of 94%. This is attributed to the fact that proper sensitization was given both to the area administration and the participants. The research assistants were very familiar with the area and could reach the participants
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