Table 4 Criteria for problematic use of khat
From: What constitutes problematic khat use? An exploratory mixed methods study in Ethiopia
Criteria | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
Spending too much time using khat | 30 | 29.4 |
persistent desire or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control khat chewing | 75 | 73.5 |
Craving/Harara | 31 | 30.4 |
Continued khat chewing regardless of its harm | 74 | 72.5 |
Recurrent khat chewing in physically hazardous situation | 22 | 21.6 |
A markedly diminished effect/wesewase/when chewing a decreased mount of khat than the regular amount | 43 | 42.2 |
Recurrent risky sexual engagement after chewing khat | 25 | 24.5 |
The use of other stimulant in an increased amount to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms | 63 | 61.8 |
The use of khat to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms | 22 | 21.6 |
Marked occupational impairment | 59 | 57.8 |
Marked social impairment | 57 | 55.9 |
Believes that cannot accomplish a serious occupational or social task without chewing khat | 39 | 38.2 |