Socio-demographic and social support factors related to substance use in South African in-school adolescents: Insights from the Girls Achieve Power (GAP Year) trial in three peri-urban settings [version 1; peer review: 2 approved]

Background: Substance use is a significant public health problem worldwide, with consequences including violence, risky behaviours, and even death. Substance use amongst adolescents is increasing in South Africa, and limited research on frequency, risk and protective factors means that prevention in...

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Main Authors: Alison Kutywayo, Sasha Frade, Saiqa Mullick, Kerry Gordon, Nicolette Naidoo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2021-11-01
Series:Gates Open Research
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Online Access:https://gatesopenresearch.org/articles/5-154/v1