Khat is an herbal product consisting of the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis Forsk which hasrnamphetamine-like properties that has been used for centuries predominantly in Eastern Africanrncountries and the Arabian Peninsula. Khat chewing is a highly prevalent practice among youth inrnEthiopia. Although several studies investigated its adverse effect, the evidence on treatmentrnexperience of people with problematic khat use is nearly non-existent. This study explored thernperception of youth on khat chewing and associated treatment practice. Qualitative study designrnwas used, a method well suited to explore perceptions and experiences. The data was gatheredrnthrough in-depth interviews (N=6) and focus group discussions (N=15) and key informantsrn(N=2) by using purposive sampling. The findings of this study showed that personal beliefs onrnkhat and social and environmental factors are responsible for the habit of chewing khat. Mostrnrespondents perceived khat from the point of expected benefits and effects they had experienceParticipants perceived khat as a means for happiness and as an antidepressant, which helps themrnto feel relaxed, free from tension and stress. The use of khat was also perceived as a kind ofrnpsychostimulant which makes someone become alert, active, and energetic and then becomerndepressed after its effect wanes. Furthermore, participants reported the habit of chewing khat hacultural connotations among some participants such as khat was perceived as part of therncommunity's traditional practice which is commonly used by the community and given to them[the youth]. The study demonstrates the effects of khat and most participants acknowledged itsrneffect. To manage its effect participants took different coping measures at different times such drinking too much water, taking alcohols and milk.