Use of licit and illicit drugs at the university of Alfenas

Authors

  • João Evangelista Fiorini University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Adriana Luiza Alves University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Luciano Resende Ferreira University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Celso Maia Fiorini University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Sandro Willian Durães University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Ricardo Luiz Diniz Santos University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Luiz Carlos do Nascimento University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Andréa Mantelo Vicente Geraldini University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms
  • Cássia de Fátima Ortiz University of Alfenas; Lab of Microorganisms

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0041-87812003000400003

Keywords:

Drugs, Toxics, University, Students, Youth

Abstract

This paper reports the study of drug consumption carried out within the population of undergraduate students from 2 colleges of Alfenas, in the state of Minas Gerais state. Both licit and illicit drugs were studied, including alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, crack, inhalants, glue, tranquilizers, stimulants, and others. METHODOLOGY: The research included a wide bibliographical search and the application of a questionnaire to approximately 23% of the students (total of 6500 students). RESULTS: A total of 1500 students participated in this investigation. The results demonstrated that there was a significant consumption of both licit and illicit drugs. The pattern of drug consumption in the research sample was similar to other investigations conducted in Brazil and in other countries. DISCUSSION: It was observed that 55% of the university students use drugs. However, the most surprising finding was that most of the students (88%) answered "yes" to the inquiry, "Have you already tried any type of drug, including alcohol and cigarettes?" The students revealed that they had taken drugs even prior to the admission to the university. The results suggest clearly that the university environment does not necessarily represent the starting point for student drug consumption.

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Published

2003-01-01

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How to Cite

Use of licit and illicit drugs at the university of Alfenas . (2003). Revista Do Hospital Das Clínicas, 58(4), 199-206. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0041-87812003000400003