Drug Use Patterns among High School Athletes and Nonathletes.

Naylor, Adam H.; Gardner, Doug; Zaichkowsky, Len

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Publication Date: 2001

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Drug Use Patterns among High School Athletes and Nonathletes.

Naylor, Adam H.; Gardner, Doug; Zaichkowsky, Len

Adolescence, v36 n144 p627-39 Win 2001

High school students (N=1,515) in Massachusetts were surveyed about whether participation in athletics promoted a healthier lifestyle and decreased use of recreational drugs. Participation in athletics did promote a healthier lifestyle and athletes were significantly less likely to use cocaine, psychedelic drugs, or smoke cigarettes. However, work is needed in prevention of alcohol and marijuana use. (JDM)

Descriptors: Athletes, Cocaine, Drinking, Drug Education, Health Behavior, High School Students, High Schools, Illegal Drug Use, Life Style, School Involvement, Smoking, Student Surveys

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Massachusetts

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