Literature Review: Illicit Drug Use and Young Australians' Health
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Literature Review
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This literature review examines the prevalence and determinants of illicit drug use among young Australians. It explores patterns of drug abuse among different demographics, including the indigenous population and the LGBTQ+ community, highlighting the use of substances like cannabis and methamphetamine. The review analyzes the impact of socio-economic factors, such as poor mental health and school performance, on drug use. It also discusses government initiatives to address the issue and identifies research gaps, such as the need for in-depth analysis of the factors driving drug abuse among young Australians. The review concludes by emphasizing the need for further qualitative research to understand the underlying causes of illicit drug use in this population and suggests research objectives to analyze perceptions, socio-economic factors, and the relationship between these elements and drug abuse. The review is based on articles published within the last five years, using electronic databases and relevant keywords and boolean operators.
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