hrvatski

Upotreba sredstava ovisnosti kod srednjoškolaca i studenata u Šibensko kninskoj županiji

Introduction: Substance abuse is a serious health and social problem in Croatia. An additional problem is easier access to addictive substances and the emergence of new drugs. We studied the type and frequency of consumption of addictive substances, as well as psychological and social factors related to substance abuse. Our objective was to determine the prevalence of risk behaviours, including smoking, alcohol and psychoactive drug consumption, gambling and Internet addiction among students, as well as the characteristics of the respondents. Materials and Methods: The survey was conducted among 773 high school students and students in Sibenik-Knin County using an anonymous questionnaire consisting of 46 questions. Results: 36.5% of the students smoke cigarettes. Marijuana is consumed by 16.5% of the students. 86% of the students sometimes consume alcohol or drink at least once a week. Girls smoke more cigarettes, whereas boys consume more alcohol. They spend 4 or more hours a day on the Internet ; girls more than boys. Gambling was more prevalent among boys than girls. They are satisfied and happy about their lives, but worried about their future. Conclusion: It is necessary to continue tracking data and developing a comprehensive program of health promotion and drug prevention as well as an effective strategy to prevent risk behaviours. The data obtained are useful for the purpose of further planning and development of systems for prevention and protection of young people against addiction. What we should definitely pay attention to is the emergence and spread of new types of addiction.

ovisnost, studenti, prevencija

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