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

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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

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Resources

Topic

Substance Use/Misuse

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

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