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Alcohol use and alcohol use disorders in sub‐Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Habte Belete
Jason P. Connor
Tesfa Mekonen Yimer
Leanne Hides
Danielle Dawson
Gary Chan
Fentie Ambaw
Dorothy C. Espinosa
Janni Leung

202426 citationsOpen accessBahir Dar University

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Alcohol use patterns vary across countries and subregions within sub-Saharan Africa, and comprehensive population-level data on alcohol use remain scarce in numerous sub-Saharan African countries. The prevalence of alcohol use disorder is common among adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa.

Research topics

Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
Homelessness and Social Issues

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DOI: 10.1111/add.16514

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