Identifying early intervention opportunities for illicit stimulant use: A cross-sectional study of factors associated with illicit stimulant use among young people accessing integrated youth services in British Columbia, Canada.
Journal of substance use and addiction treatment August 1, 2023 Sara Kreim, Kirsten Marchand, Emilie Mallia et al. 2 citations
Among 5,620 young people aged 12–24 accessing integrated youth services in British Columbia, 2.9% reported using cocaine or amphetamine in the past 30 days. Older age and identifying as a man (vs. woman) were linked to higher odds of use. Witnessing or experiencing violence and higher involvement in crime or violence also increased risk. Regular alcohol use, regular or social tobacco use, and lifetime use of hallucinogens or ecstasy/MDMA were additional risk factors. These findings can help identify young people who may need further screening and early intervention for stimulant use.