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N-Acetyl and Glutamatergic Neurometabolites in Perisylvian Brain Regions of Methamphetamine Users. [PDF]

, 2018
Background:Methamphetamine induces neuronal N-acetyl-aspartate synthesis in preclinical studies. In a preliminary human proton magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging investigation, we also observed that N-acetyl-aspartate+N-acetyl-aspartyl-glutamate in
Alger, Jeffry R, Johnson, Maritza C, London, Edythe D, O'Neill, Joseph, Shen, Zhiwei, Tang, Jinsong   +5 more
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Influence of Different Washing Hair Procedures in the Quantitative Determination of THC and THCCOOH

Drug Testing and Analysis, EarlyView.
Different hair decontamination protocols significantly affect THC quantification, with marked analyte loss—particularly after aqueous‐organic washing—whereas THCCOOH remains stable. These findings highlight the risk of misinterpretation and the need for standardized washing procedures in hair analysis.
Valentina Martini, Alessandro Raffagli, Cristiana Stramesi, Claudia Vignali, Stefania Ortu, Paolo Franceschini, Ilaria Baudone, Paolo Bucchioni, Luca Morini   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Marijuana Use, Recent Marijuana Initiation, and Progression to Marijuana Use Disorder Among Young Male and Female Adolescents Aged 12-14 Living in US Households

Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, 2017
Marijuana initiation during adolescence, and early adolescence in particular, is associated with adverse health consequences. Our study used 2005-2014 data from the annual, cross-sectional National Survey on Drug Use and Health to study the prevalence ...
Valerie L Forman-Hoffman, Cristie Glasheen, Kathryn R Batts   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Methamphetamine psychosis, the efficacy of atypical antipsychotics [PDF]

Reviews in Clinical Medicine, 2015
Worldwide growing methamphetamine abuse is one of the most serious health problems with several different consequences for victims, especially in developing countries.
Amir Rezaei Ardani, Azam Motamedi Nasab
doaj   +1 more source

Recreational Drug Use at a Music Festival: A Dual Approach Using Hair Biomarkers Analysis and Participant Self‐Reported Drug Use

Drug Testing and Analysis, EarlyView.
Combined self‐report and hair analysis in festival attendees (n = 249) revealed substantial discrepancies in drug use reporting, particularly for stimulants and dissociatives. This integrated approach enhances detection of poly‐drug use and provides a more reliable basis for monitoring and harm‐reduction strategies.
A. Y. Simão, T. Rosado, M. Barroso, M. Andraus, E. Gallardo   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Seasonal Use of Marijuana and Cocaine by Arrestees in Anchorage, Alaska [PDF]

, 2005
Previously presented at the Western Society of Criminology, Honolulu, HI, Feb 2005.This paper explores the relation between season (fall, winter, spring and summer) and drug use among arrestees.
Langworthy, Robert H., McKelvie, Alan R.
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Individual and Environmental Factors Associated with Tobacco Smoking, Alcohol Abuse and Illegal Drug Consumption in University Students: A Mediating Analysis [PDF]

, 2020
[Abstract] Substance abuse is a major and prevalent public health concern among university students. Tobacco smoking, risky alcohol behavior, and illegal drug consumption may lead to health problems and behavioral and academic issues. Several individual
Cruz Valiño, José Manuel, Delgado-Lobete, Laura, Gándara Gafo, Berta, Montes-Montes, Rebeca, Santos-del-Riego, Sergio, Talavera Valverde, Miguel Ángel, Vila Paz, Alba   +6 more
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Understanding Substance Use and Suicide Risk Among LGBTQ+ College Students Post‐COVID‐19

Journal of Addictions &Offender Counseling, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study examines the reported frequency of substance use, levels of suicide risk, and their relationships among LGBTQ+ college students (N = 192) following the COVID‐19 pandemic. Participants most commonly reported alcohol and marijuana use, and least commonly reported unprescribed prescription opioid or heroin use.
Afroze N. Shaikh, Jordan B. Westcott, Brittney N. R. Irion, Jackie Yang, Illiana R. Navarra‐Bueno, Hannah Martinson, Noah Diaz   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Public or private religiosity: which Is protective for adolescent substance use and by what pathways? [PDF]

, 2016
While it is well understood that adolescent religiosity is associated with the use and abuse of licit and illicit substances, few studies have revealed the pathways through which religiosity buffers youth against involvement in such behavior.
Clark, Trenette T., Maynard, Brandy R., Salas-Wright, Christopher P., Snyder, Susanna, Vaughn, Michael G.   +4 more
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Exploring the Role of Dysregulated Arousal in the Relationship Between Trauma and Addictive Behaviors Among College Students

Journal of Counseling &Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The relationship between trauma and addictive behaviors is well‐established, yet factors mediating this relationship remain understudied. Given the prevalence of addictive behaviors among collegiate populations, we used path analysis to explore the mediating role of arousal dysregulation in the relationship between childhood trauma and a ...
Amanda L. Giordano, Kate M. Dorrough, Deborah L. Smith, Peitao Zhu   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source