Social support related to drug use among university students

Abstract

The aim of this research was to determine the prevalence of the use of psychoactive drugs and investigate its association with social support networks among university students. Data were collected through the application of a multidimensional questionnaire in 227 university students. The results indicate that while more than half have already consumed some kind of illegal substance in life, social support levels were high in all dimensions. However, those who are exposed to low emotional support are more likely to moderate / high use of alcohol and marijuana, as well as those who have no relatives to talk to possess more likely to use alcohol or use marijuana. Another important factor is the fact that students who do not have or do not practice their religion have more chances of alcohol use.