Associations between discrimination and substance use among college students in the United States from 2015–2019

Original research
by
Qeadan, Fares et al

Release Date

2021

Geography

USA

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

No

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Objective

This study uses 2015–2019 National College Health Assessment data to determine whether college students reporting discrimination due to sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, gender, or age report greater substance use than their peers who do not report such experiences.

Findings/Key points

These findings indicate that discrimination has significant associations with many kinds of substance use; however, the magnitude varies by substance type.

Design/methods

2015–2019 National College Health Assessment data

Keywords

Equity
Illegal drugs