Original research
by
Shearer, Riley D. et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
This study explores characteristics of those who use or misuse prescription stimulants and/or opioids and associations with use of cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin.
Findings/Key points
Prescription stimulant misuse, compared to prescription opioid misuse, was associated with higher levels of cocaine use but not methamphetamine use.
Design/methods
2015–2020 data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (USA).
Keywords
Stimulants
