Emmanuel Nkya
Dr. Emmanuel Nkya is a psychiatrist who specializes in the mental health impacts of substance use, particularly the effects of khat. He has highlighted the severe psychological consequences associated with khat consumption, including anxiety, insomnia, depression, and in some cases, psychosis. His expertise underscores the importance of addressing mental health issues linked to stimulant use.
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Psychiatrist, Dr Emmanuel Nkya, said chemicals in khat, particularly cathinone and cathine, stimulate the nervous system to deliver a brief feeling of alertness.
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