The vulnerability to alcohol, tobacco, and drug use of adolescents in Hong Kong: a phenomenological study
Abstract Background In Hong Kong, the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD) is associated with strong peer influences; frequently absent parents; academic pressures; and a lack of interpersonal skills to cope with stress and conflict. It is posited that this social context alters the natur...
Main Authors: | Yim Wah Mak, Doris Leung, Alice Yuen Loke |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-09-01
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Series: | BMC Pediatrics |
Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-019-1678-1 |
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