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. 1986 Nov 21;234(4779):970-4.
doi: 10.1126/science.3490691.

Epidemiology of drug abuse: an overview

N J Kozel, E H Adams

Epidemiology of drug abuse: an overview

N J Kozel et al. Science. .

Abstract

Issues regarding the use of epidemiology in drug abuse research are discussed and systems for monitoring national trends and identifying risk factors are described. Data indicate a general decline in marijuana use among youth, a cohort aging effect among heroin and marijuana users, and increased prevalence and health consequences associated with cocaine use.

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