scholarly journals Associations of socio-demographic characteristics, well-being, school absenteeism, and substance use with recreational nitrous oxide use among adolescents: A cross-sectional study

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. e0247230
Author(s):  
Suzanne J. van den Toren ◽  
Amy van Grieken ◽  
Hein Raat
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Nitrous Oxide ◽  
Binge Drinking ◽  
Externalizing Problems ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Ethnic Background ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Mental Well Being

Purpose A rapid increase of recreational nitrous oxide use (i.e. laughing gas, N2O) has been reported in several countries, while it has received limited attention in scientific research. We aimed to study the association of socio-demographic characteristics, mental well-being, sickness absence, truancy, and substance use with the frequency of lifetime nitrous oxide use among adolescents. Methods We used self-reported questionnaire data of adolescents (N = 555) attending secondary schools to cross-sectionally assess the frequency of nitrous oxide use and potential factors associated with nitrous oxide use, such as gender, mental well-being, and binge drinking. Ordinal logistic regression models were applied with lifetime nitrous oxide use (never, once, ≥ two times) as the outcome variable. Results Adolescents were on average 15.6 years old (SD = 0.83, range 14–18), 47.0% were female. In total, 86 (15.6%) adolescents had used nitrous oxide at least once in their life. In the multivariable ordinal regression model, the risk of having a higher category of lifetime nitrous oxide use was associated with a non-Dutch ethnic background (OR = 2.10, 95% CI 1.22; 3.61), attending pre-vocational education (OR = 1.88, 95% CI 1.06; 3.34), a higher score on the scale of externalizing problems (OR = 1.10, 95% CI 1.01; 1.20), binge drinking twice or more in the past four weeks (OR = 2.49, 95% CI 1.25; 4.94), and cannabis use (OR = 1.98, 95% CI 1.03; 3.79). Conclusions Youth Health Care professionals should be aware of nitrous oxide use in adolescents, especially among adolescents with a non-Dutch ethnic background, lower education levels, externalizing problems, frequent binge drinking, and cannabis use.

Pre-pandemic psychological and behavioral predictors of responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in nine countries

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Jennifer E. Lansford ◽  
Ann T. Skinner ◽  
Jennifer Godwin ◽  
Lei Chang ◽  
Kirby Deater-Deckard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Risk Taking ◽  
Internalizing Problems ◽  
Externalizing Problems ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mothers And Fathers ◽  
Internalizing And Externalizing Problems ◽  
Behavioral Predictors ◽  
Internalizing And Externalizing

Abstract Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, adolescents (N = 1,330; Mages = 15 and 16; 50% female), mothers, and fathers from nine countries (China, Colombia, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Philippines, Sweden, Thailand, United States) reported on adolescents’ internalizing and externalizing problems, adolescents completed a lab-based task to assess tendency for risk-taking, and adolescents reported on their well-being. During the pandemic, participants (Mage = 20) reported on changes in their internalizing, externalizing, and substance use compared to before the pandemic. Across countries, adolescents’ internalizing problems pre-pandemic predicted increased internalizing during the pandemic, and poorer well-being pre-pandemic predicted increased externalizing and substance use during the pandemic. Other relations varied across countries, and some were moderated by confidence in the government’s handling of the pandemic, gender, and parents’ education.

scholarly journals Substance use, affective symptoms, and suicidal ideation among Russian, Somali, and Kurdish migrants in Finland

2020 ◽  
pp. 136346152090602
Author(s):  
Essi Salama ◽  
Anu E. Castaneda ◽  
Jaana Suvisaari ◽  
Shadia Rask ◽  
Tiina Laatikainen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
General Population ◽  
Binge Drinking ◽  
Migrant Health ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Daily Smoking ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Affective Symptoms

Comorbidity of substance use with affective symptoms and suicidality has been well documented in the general population. However, population-based migrant studies about this association are scarce. We examined the association of affective symptoms and suicidal ideation with binge drinking, daily smoking, and lifetime cannabis use among Russian, Somali, and Kurdish migrants in comparison with the Finnish general population. Cross-sectional data from the Finnish Migrant Health and Wellbeing Study (Maamu, n = 1307) and comparison group data of the general Finnish population ( n = 860) from the Health 2011 Survey were used. Substance use included self-reported current binge drinking, daily smoking, and lifetime cannabis use. Affective symptoms and suicidal ideation were measured using the Hopkins Symptom Checklist-25 (HSCL-25). We performed multivariate logistic regression analyses, including age, gender, and additional socio-demographic and migration-related factors. Suicidal ideation (OR 2.4 95% CI 1.3–4.3) was associated with binge drinking among Kurds and lifetime cannabis use among Russians (OR 5.6, 95% CI 1.9–17.0) and Kurds (OR 5.5, 95% CI 1.9–15.6). Affective symptoms were associated with daily smoking (OR 1.6, 95% CI 1.02–2.6) and lifetime cannabis use (OR 6.1, 95% CI 2.6–14.5) among Kurdish migrants. Our results draw attention to the co-occurrence of suicidal ideation, affective symptoms, and substance use, especially among Kurdish migrants. These results highlight the variation of comorbidity of substance use and affective symptoms between the different populations. This implies that screening for substance use in mental healthcare cannot be neglected based on presumed habits of substance use.

scholarly journals Substance Use Disorder in Early Midlife: A National Prospective Study on Health and Well-Being Correlates and Long-Term Predictors

2015 ◽  
Vol 9s1 ◽  
pp. SART.S31437 ◽  
Author(s):  
John E. Schulenberg ◽  
Megan E. Patrick ◽  
Deborah D. Kloska ◽  
Julie Maslowsky ◽  
Jennifer L. Maggs ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Substance Use Disorder ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Adult Health ◽  
Senior Year ◽  
Cognitive Difficulties ◽  
Monitoring The Future ◽  
Health And Well Being

This study used national multicohort panel data from the Monitoring the Future study ( N = 25,536 from senior year classes 1977–1997 followed up to the age of 35 years in 1994–2014) to examine how early midlife (age 35 years) alcohol use disorder (AUD) and cannabis use disorder (CUD) are associated with adolescent and adult sociodemographics and health and well-being risk factors. Survey items adapted from DSM-5 diagnostic criteria were used to identify individuals who (a) showed symptoms consistent with criteria for AUD or CUD at age 35 years, (b) used the substance without qualifying for a disorder (nondisordered users), and (c) abstained from using alcohol or marijuana during the past five years. At age 35 years, the estimated prevalence of past five-year AUD was 28.0%, and that of CUD was 6.1%. Multinomial logistic regressions were used to identify variations in the relative risk of disorder symptoms as a function of sociodemographic characteristics, age 18 educational and social indices and substance use, and age 35 health and satisfaction indices and substance use. In the full models, age 18 binge drinking and marijuana use were found to be among the strongest predictors of age 35 AUD and CUD, respectively. Among age 35 health and well-being indicators, lower overall health, more frequent cognitive difficulties, and lower satisfaction with spouse/partner were consistently associated with greater risks of AUD and CUD. Some evidence was found for a J-shaped association between age 35 AUD or CUD status and health and well-being indices, such that nondisordered users were sometimes better off than both abstainers and those experiencing disorder. Finally, nondisordered cannabis use, but not CUD, was found to be more common in more recent cohorts. Implications are discussed regarding the importance of placing early midlife substance use disorder within the context of both adolescent substance use and adult health and well-being.

A choice between fun or health? Relationships between nightlife substance use, happiness, and mental well-being

2010 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. Sumnall ◽  
M. A. Bellis ◽  
K. Hughes ◽  
A. Calafat ◽  
M. Juan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mental Well Being

Moderation Effects of Substance Use on Physical and Mental Well-Being in Adults

2021 ◽  
pp. 107839032110520
Author(s):  
Mercy Ngosa Mumba ◽  
Alexandria Nancarrow ◽  
Jessica L. Jaiswal ◽  
Erika Hocchaus ◽  
Madelyn H. Campbell ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Mental Well Being ◽  
The Relationship

BACKGROUND: Each year about one in five adults experiences mental illness. Although the independent physical and mental health consequences of alcohol misuse and cigarette smoking are well documented, little is known on how substance use moderates the relationship between physical and mental well-being. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to examine whether substance use moderates the relationship between physical activity and mental health in adults. METHODS: This was a secondary analysis of data provided by the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). RESULTS: Participants ( N = 450,016) were adults who completed the BRFSS in 2017. Those who did not drink alcohol had fewer mental health problems when they indicated greater amounts of time spent doing physical activities each week. Last, smokers’ number of mental health problems decreased as they engaged in more physical activity, whereas nonsmokers’ number of mental health problems increased as they engaged in more physical activity. CONCLUSIONS: The relationship between physical activity and mental health outcomes is well established and cannot be overemphasized. Nonetheless, substance abuse can moderate this relationship and should be routinely screened for by health care providers regardless of treatment setting.

scholarly journals Student-, Study- and COVID-19-Related Predictors of Students’ Smoking, Binge Drinking and Cannabis Use before and during the Initial COVID-19 Lockdown in The Netherlands

2022 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 812
Author(s):  
Kirsten J. M. van Hooijdonk ◽  
Milagros Rubio ◽  
Sterre S. H. Simons ◽  
Tirza H. J. van Noorden ◽  
Maartje Luijten ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
The Netherlands ◽  
University Students ◽  
Binge Drinking ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Student Loan ◽  
Male Gender ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
The Impact

Tobacco, alcohol and cannabis are commonly used among university students. However, student lives and their substance use have changed dramatically since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 on (trends in) weekly smoking, weekly binge drinking and weekly cannabis use in Dutch university students and investigated associated student-, study- and COVID-19-related characteristics. Between April and June 2020, several Dutch higher educational institutes invited their students to participate in an online survey. Data of 9967 students (Mage = 22.0 (SD = 2.6); Nfemale = 7008 (70.3%)) were available for analyses. Overall, weekly smoking remained stable (±11.5%), weekly binge drinking decreased (from 27.8% to 13.9%) and weekly cannabis use increased (from 6.7% to 8.6%). Male gender, not living with parents, being a bachelor student, having less financial resources and less adherence to the COVID-19 measures were found to increase the risk of substance use (before/during the first COVID-19 lockdown). Additionally, male gender, not living with parents, being a bachelor student, not being born in the Netherlands and having a student loan contributed to the likelihood of increased substance use during COVID-19. Patterns of characteristics contributing to the likelihood of decreased weekly substance use during COVID-19 were less clear. The risk factors male gender, not living with parents and being a bachelor student do not only contribute to the likelihood of using substances but also contribute to the likelihood of increased use during a lockdown. Prevention and intervention programs should especially target these risk groups.

scholarly journals Social network characteristics and alcohol use among young Swedes with different ethnic backgrounds

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
A Miething ◽  
N K Gustafsson ◽  
M Rostila ◽  
J Rydgren
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Binge Drinking ◽  
Market Integration ◽  
Ethnic Background ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Network Characteristics ◽  
Cultural Aspects ◽  
Network Similarity ◽  
Network Composition

Abstract Background The study explores how social network determinants relate to the prevalence and frequency of alcohol use of members of social networks. In a so-called dyadic design we study how similar alcohol habits co-exist among individuals (egos) and their peers (alters), when variables such as ethnic background, network composition, and other socio-cultural aspects are considered. Methods The data were derived from a Swedish survey entitled “Social Capital and Labor Market Integration: A Cohort Study.” The study participants (egos; n = 1989) were around age 23 at the time of the interview. A so-called dyadic design was applied, which means that all components of the analysis refer to ego-alter pairs (n = 7828). The outcome variable considered how alcohol prevalence and frequency of binge-drinking co-exist between egos and their alters. The independent variables also measured mutual attributes and behaviors - whether egos and alters were at the same age and sex, had same ethnic background, were relatives or friends, had similar religious affiliations, or intensely interacted with friends. Results The analysis revealed that ego-alter similarity in terms of age, sex and ethnic background predict ego-alter similarity in alcohol use and binge-drinking. For example, if egos and alters shared a similar ethnic background, their risk of alcohol use was at least 30 percent higher as compared to those with different ethnic backgrounds. Relative to ego-alter pairs with mixed ethnic backgrounds, the odds of binge-drinking were highest for ego-alters pairs with Yugoslavian background (OR 1.76; 95% CI 1.27-2.42), followed by those with Iranian (OR 1.57; 1.04-2.35) and Swedish background (OR 1.28; 0.84-1.95). Conclusions We conclude that network similarity (i.e., homophily) is an important explanation for the co-existence of alcohol use among members of peer networks. Alcohol use is more common in homogeneous peer dyads representing population groups with higher use. Key messages Peer similarity predicts alcohol use and binge drinking. Ethnic similarity of peers is associated with increased alcohol use and binge drinking.

The rationale for developing a programme of services by and for Indigenous men in a First Nations community

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-167 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julie George ◽  
Melody Morton Ninomiya ◽  
Kathryn Graham ◽  
Sharon Bernards ◽  
Samantha Wells
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Significant Public Health ◽  
Mental Wellness ◽  
Mental Well Being ◽  
Nations Community

While mental well-being is recognized as a significant public health priority in numerous Indigenous communities, little work has focused on the mental health needs of Indigenous men. In this article, we describe results from the mixed-methods research used to inform the development of mental wellness programming for boys and men. Quantitative and qualitative data from two studies conducted in Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, an Indigenous community in southern Ontario, Canada, were used to (a) understand factors that contributed to issues of mental health, substance use and violence for men, (b) understand men’s experiences accessing and seeking supports and services, and (c) identify ways to address mental health, substance use and violence among boys and men in the community. We show how results from two studies ignited a group of men to develop a culturally strong and strengths-based programme of services as well as a wellness strategy for boys and men in the community.

The Epidemiology of Substance Use Disorders among the Adult Jewish Population in Israel

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Ruth Lev Bar-Or ◽  
Ariel Kor ◽  
Iman Jaljuli ◽  
Shaul Lev-Ran
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Substance Use Disorders ◽  
Jewish Population ◽  
Alcohol Use Disorder ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Cannabis Use ◽  
Cannabis Use Disorder ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Increased Risk

Introduction: Substance use disorders (SUDs) are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, having a profound and global impact on health, well-being, safety, and productivity. Although traditionally the prevalence of SUDs in Israel has been estimated to be lower than those in high-income countries, estimates and characteristics of individuals with SUDs in the past decade are lacking. In this work, we explored the prevalence of SUDs among the adult Jewish population in Israel, per different classes of substances across sex, age group, and other sociodemographic factors. Methods: Data from an online representative sample of 4,025 respondents were collected, including the alcohol, smoking, and substance involvement screening test (ASSIST) metric and sociodemographic data. Results: We found that the most common SUDs were alcohol (10.5% [9.5–11.4]), cannabis (9.0% [8.2–9.9]), and sedative (3.6% [3.0–4.2]) use disorders. Alcohol-cannabis (3.2% [2.7–3.7]) and alcohol-sedative (1.04% [0.7–1.35]) were the most prevalent co-occurring SUDs. Among those with cannabis use disorder, the prevalence of alcohol use disorder was found to be 35.3% [30.4–40.2]. The estimated risk for alcohol use disorder was found to be inversely proportional to age, cannabis use disorder increased, peaked, and decreased with age, and that of sedative use disorder increased with age, particularly among women. While older individuals (in the 51–60 years of age group) were at lower risk (OR = 0.5 [0.3, 0.8]) compared to those <20 years of age for alcohol use disorder, they were at increased risk for sedative use disorder (OR = 3.1 [1.2, 9.7]). Conclusions: These findings represent substantially higher rates of SUDs in Israel than those previously reported and should affect resources allocated to addiction prevention and treatment. Further research on the role of gender, age, culture, and ethnicity in the propensity to develop SUDs is necessary for the development of more focused preventive and intervention measures. Focusing on non-Jewish populations in Israel and broadening the scope to include behavioral addictions should be addressed in future studies.

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