Information about Khat (Qaadka)

Khat (Qaadka) is a plant which contains cathinone (which is also the active ingredient in some illegal drugs). The leaves are chewed to release the chemical which produces a stimulant effect. Khat is currently legal, although the active ingredient (cathinone) is a Class B drug if extracted and purified.

The use of Khat is traditional among some specific communities. However, its use in Bolton has increased dramatically, including a growing popularity amongst the young.

Some of the effects of Khat can be things like: not sleeping very well; loss of appetite; breathing difficulties; high blood pressure; faster heart rate; dehydration; constipation; depression; feeling over-important; psychosis; hallucinations.

For advice and support contact ADS Bolton, at 20 Wood Street, BL1 1DY. Tel: (01204) 393660.

For more information about Bolton's campaign to raise awareness about the use and effects of Khat, visit http://www.khatfacts.co.uk/Default.aspx

Qaadka

Qaadka isticmaalkiisa ayaa Bolton ku soo batay weliba dhinaca dhalinyarada. Qaadka isticmaalkiisu wuxuu ku baahay bulshooyinka kale ee ku nool Bolton.

Qaadku saameynta uu yeelan karo waxa ka mid ah:

Hurdo la'aan; rabiaanka cuntada oo yaraadaa; dhibatooyin dhinaca neefsiga ah; dhiig kar; wadnaha oo xoog u shaqeeyaa; fuuq bax dhinaca jidhka ah; calool istaag; qoofka oo isku qaata inuu aad muhiim u yahay; niyad jab iyo isku Buuq dhinaca maskaxda ah; muuq dhalanteed; dhibaatooyin dhinaca maanka ah.

Wixii talo ama faahfaahin ah la soo xidhiidh ADS Bolton, at 20 Wood Street, BL1 1DY. Tel (01204) 393660.