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Science 21 November 1986:
Vol. 234. no. 4779, pp. 970 - 974
DOI: 10.1126/science.3490691
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Science, Vol 234, Issue 4779, 970-974
Copyright © 1986 by American Association for the Advancement of Science

articles

Epidemiology of drug abuse: an overview

NJ Kozel and EH Adams

Issues regarding the use of epidemiology in drug abuse research are discussed and systems for monitoring national trends and identifying risk factors are described. Data indicate a general decline in marijuana use among youth, a cohort aging effect among heroin and marijuana users, and increased prevalence and health consequences associated with cocaine use.


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