期刊名称：International Journal of Child, Youth & Family Studies
电子版ISSN：1920-7298
出版年度：2013
卷号：4
期号：2
页码：245-258
语种：English
出版社：University of Victoria
摘要：Nonmedical use of prescription drugs has become a serious social problem among American youth. Two general categories of motives for the nonmedical use of prescription drugs include self-treatment and recreational use. This study assesses differences between nonmedical prescription drug users based on their self-reported motivation for using prescription drugs. Data come from more than 11,000 11th grade students in Delaware public schools. Analyses indicate significant differences in prevalence, correlates, and consequences on nonmedical use of prescription drugs based on motivation for use. Analyses reveal that, among those students who reported nonmedical use of prescription drugs, those who are using for recreational purposes are signficantly more likely to engage in other risk behaviors, such as using other illicit substances and engaging in violent behavior.
关键词：prescription drug abuse; self-treatment; substance use
