Synthetic cannabinoid use among college students
It is known that synthetic cannabinoid use can be linked with severe problems such as psychosis, kidney failure, and death. A current study investigated the factors that lead to young …
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Link between high socioeconomic status and U.S. undergraduate substance use
Common perceptions of health sociology would likely include high socioeconomic status (SES) as a factor that lowers illness risk. However, those of high socioeconomic status may actually have higher chances …
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Excessive drinking and drug use during college: Prospective associations with graduate school plans and attendance
In the United States, 38% of students pursue a post baccalaureate degree, and that number is on the rise. In many cases, plans to do so begin to formulate as …
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Flavored cigar smoking among African American young adult dual users
Among other changes in young adult smoking trends, flavored cigar sales have increased in recent years in this population, particularly within African American young adults. A recent study examined African …
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Social network ties to nightlife and healthcare professionals and prescription drug misuse among young adults
Prescription drug misuse among young adults is a health concern and has ties to nightlife scenes as well as the healthcare system. A new study investigated how relationships with healthcare …
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Where college students look for vaping information and what they believe
Using electronic cigarettes, or vaping, is a trend among college students therefore it is important to know where students go to find information on vaping. It is also important to …
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Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana Use during the Initial Transition to College
Many studies have highlighted the public health concern of substance use among college students. A new study specifically examined the transition period between high school and college and surveyed students …
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Electronic cigarette use following a campus-wide ban
Longitudinal data on young adults suggests that electronic cigarettes have been the main form of tobacco use in this population since 2014. Given this trend, many college campuses have banned …
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Sleep-related impairment as a moderator of risky drinking in college students
Previous research has established that poor sleep quality and insufficient sleep time modify the relationship between college drinking and negative drinking consequences. A recent study investigated associations between risky drinking …
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Shifting Age of Peak Binge Drinking Prevalence
Research: Shifting Age of Peak Binge Drinking Prevalence
