Effect of Alcohol Consumption and Tobacco Smoking on Psychological Distress: A Quasi-experimental Study Using the 2022 Kenya Demographic Health Survey Data

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dc.contributor.authorKamau, K.
dc.contributor.authorAndeso, P.
dc.contributor.authorMuga, W.
dc.contributor.authorKarisa, A.
dc.contributor.authorMusyoki, D.
dc.contributor.authorKuria, J. M.
dc.contributor.authorKadengye, D. T.
dc.contributor.authorIzudi, J.
dc.date.accessioned2025-07-24T14:43:16Z
dc.date.available2025-07-24T14:43:16Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractThis quasi-experimental study examines the impact of alcohol consumption and tobacco smoking on psychological distress among adults aged 15-54 years in Kenya, utilizing data from the 2022 Kenya Demographic Health Survey. Of the 46,609 participants, 13.8% reported alcohol consumption, 5.0% smoked tobacco, and 2.3% experienced psychological distress. Propensity score matching and conditional logistic regression analyses revealed that alcohol consumption (OR 2.76, 95% CI 2.06-3.70) and tobacco smoking (OR 2.04, 95% CI 1.29-3.24) were significantly associated with increased odds of psychological distress. These findings underscore the need for targeted mental health interventions for individuals engaging in these behaviors.
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2025-103659
dc.identifier.urihttp://knowhub.aphrc.org/handle/123456789/2422
dc.publisherBMJ
dc.subjectAlcohol Consumption
dc.subjectTobacco Smoking
dc.subjectEffects
dc.subjectPsychological Distress
dc.subjectQuasi-Experimental Study
dc.subjectKenya Demographic Health Survey 2022
dc.titleEffect of Alcohol Consumption and Tobacco Smoking on Psychological Distress: A Quasi-experimental Study Using the 2022 Kenya Demographic Health Survey Data

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