Denormalizing Tramadol Use In Sierra Leone
(WorldNews Health)

As Sierra Leone joined other countries in commemorating the World Mental Health Day in October, 10 2018, it is becoming evident that, drugs and substance abuse play a crucial role in the incidence and prevalence of mental disorders in our country. As reported, an estimated 80% of the incidences of mental disorders in the country are due to drugs and substance abuse. Strangely, there is a displacement of the traditional substances of cocaine and marijuana (jamba), for example, by tramadol in fuelling mental disorders in the country. Tramadol has therefore, become a social malaise that our society is grappling with; due to its widespread use especially by our young people. (Photo: Author:...