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Cannabis Use Among Ugandan Medical Students: Prevalence, Predictors, and Coping Strategies in a Cross‐Sectional Study

Ronald Musinguzi
Maxwell Okello
Marie Pascaline Sabine Ishimwe
Musa Kasujja
Rogers Kajabwangu
Umi Omar Bunu
Madrine Nakawuki
Ahmed Kiswezi Kazigo
Florent Ishimwe
Theodore Nteziyaremye
Thomas Dawit
Olabisi Surat Akib
Nzanzu Vivalya Mutume
Theoneste Hakizimana

2026Open accessMbarara University of Science and Technology

Abstract

Cannabis use among Ugandan medical students is common and associated with relationship status, religion, and time at campus. Coping profiles suggest greater reliance on maladaptive strategies among users. Findings support campus policies and mental-health programs that integrate substance-use screening and strengthen adaptive coping skills.

Research topics

Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
Smoking Behavior and Cessation

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DOI: 10.1002/brb3.71325

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