1. Report: Monthly Variation in Substance Use Initiation Among Full-time College Students

Report: Monthly Variation in Substance Use Initiation Among Full-time College Students

This study tracked substance use initiation patterns by month for college students, ages 18-22. Results show that initiation of marijuana and alcohol use often peak in the summer months, while winter appears to be the peak season for students to start using prescription drugs. 

URL
http://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-announcements/201508271215?utm_source=youth.gov&utm_medium=federal-links&utm_campaign=reports-and-resources
Federal Agencies
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Federal Departments
Department of Health and Human Services
Section
Resources
Topic
Substance Use/Misuse