The khat controversy : stimulating the debate on drugs

By:

Anderson, D

Series: Cultures of consumption seriesPublication details: Oxford Berg c2007ISBN:

1845202511
9781845202514

Subject(s):

Drugs

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Summary: This book discusses the multifaceted issues arising from the production, distribution, and consumption of khat. Khat is a natural substance that is hugely popular in some African and Arab populations, similar to coffee in the West. But critics contend that it is a seriously addictive stimulant that damages the cardiovascular system. Featuring numerous case studies, the book explores contemporary issues relating to globalization, ethnicity and culture, and elaborates on the implications of khat becoming available in the West. It provides a concise introduction to the issues surrounding khat usage and suggests how policymakers should address them.

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This book discusses the multifaceted issues arising from the production, distribution, and consumption of khat. Khat is a natural substance that is hugely popular in some African and Arab populations, similar to coffee in the West. But critics contend that it is a seriously addictive stimulant that damages the cardiovascular system. Featuring numerous case studies, the book explores contemporary issues relating to globalization, ethnicity and culture, and elaborates on the implications of khat becoming available in the West. It provides a concise introduction to the issues surrounding khat usage and suggests how policymakers should address them.

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