Druze Adolescent Dropouts in Israel and Their Use of Psychoactive Substances

Abstract

The current study examines rates of psychoactive substance use among Druze adolescent dropouts and links between use rates and socio-demographic, interpersonal, cognitive, and personality characteristics. 204 adolescents took part in the study in late 2004. Approximately 21% had consumed tobacco 10 times or more in the last year, 25% reported consuming alcohol in the same timeframe, and nearly 6% used an illegal substance at least once in the last year. Boys had significantly higher rates of alcohol and tobacco use than girls. Religiosity, attitudes and behavioral intentions regarding use were also linked with consumption of the three substances.

KEYWORDS:

• Druze adolescents
• Israel
• substance use

Financial support provided by the Israel Anti-Drug Authority.

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