This report delves into the experiences of drug use among students in the UK, addressing widespread concerns and employing methods such as surveys and sampling to analyze patterns of amphetamine, LSD, alcohol, cocaine, cannabis, and ecstasy use. The study, involving over 1600 college and university students, highlights that approximately 20.7% of students reported using at least one of seventeen listed drugs in the past year, with cannabis being the most prevalent. Variations in drug use were observed based on student characteristics, such as gender and ethnicity, and lifestyle factors, particularly students living away from home. The report also explores the problem of multiple drug use, revealing that 21% of students who used drugs had used more than one type. The findings discuss the influences on student drug use, including opportunities for gaining drugs and freedom from parental responsibilities, and concludes with an overview of the prevalence and associated emotional changes.
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