Areca Use Among Adolescents in Yap and Pohnpei, the FSM

Milgrom, Peter; Tut, Ohnmar K; Gilmatam, John; Gallen, Marcelle; Chi, Donald L (2013). "Areca Use Among Adolescents in Yap and Pohnpei, the FSM". Harm Reduction Journal. 10 (1): 26–29. doi:10.1186/1477-7517-10-26. ISSN 1477-7517.

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Abstract: This document is a research study focusing on areca use among adolescents in Yap and Pohnpei, the Federated States of Micronesia. The time period covered is not explicitly stated. The study examines the cultural and social contexts surrounding the use of areca, a traditional stimulant, among young people in these regions. Specific taxa discussed include the areca palm (Areca catechu), and the ecological systems pertain to the tropical environments of Yap and Pohnpei. The work explores the implications of areca use on adolescent health and social dynamics, addressing legal frameworks related to substance use in Micronesia. The methodology is not detailed in the provided content. The scope of the work is primarily focused on Micronesia, specifically the islands of Yap and Pohnpei, providing insights into local practices and perceptions regarding areca consumption among youth. The document serves as a resource for researchers interested in ethnobotany, adolescent health, and cultural practices in Pacific Island communities.

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