Salvia Divinorum Use among a College Student Sample

A survey at a large public university found that recreational use of Salvia divinorum was relatively uncommon among students. The research describes patterns of use, how users obtained the substance, and their intentions to continue using it. The authors note a lack of prior research to guide public information about the drug.

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Abstract

The recreational use of Salvia divinorum has received increased attention by media outlets and policy-makers in recent years. The vast absence of research to guide the dissemination of information has prompted this research note describing the use of this substance in a large public institution of higher education. The prevalence of Salvia divinorum is described in this context and a description of patterns of use, methods of acquisition, and a subjective estimation of continuance are proffered.