Demographic and other correlates of non-prescription drug use among college students during the COVID-19 pandemic
This study identifies key demographic and behavioral health correlates of non-prescription drug use during a time of heightened stress. The findings underscore the need for targeted behavioral health interventions in college settings, particularly during public health crises. Understanding these risk factors can inform campus health strategies and support services aimed at reducing substance use and promoting student wellbeing.
Authors
- Md Rafiul Islam (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6931-1179)
- Subi Gandhi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0269-2082)
- Sidketa Ida Fofana
- Tamer Oraby
Institutions
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (US)
- University of the Incarnate Word (US)
- Tarleton State University (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Public Health
- Published
- 2026-02-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1695969
- Primary Topic
- Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00