Publications by authors named "Ahmad Cheraghi"
Am J Drug Alcohol Abuse
August 2007
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of opium use in Fars province, Iran, through a survey of 3840 individuals aged 15 and older.
- A significant 17.9% of participants reported using opium at least once, with 8.8% identified as current users, highlighting a gender disparity with higher rates in men.
- The findings indicate that opium use is prevalent regardless of marital status or socioeconomic factors, peaking in the 40-49 age group; therefore, health initiatives should target those under 40 and address treatment needs across all ages.
