Curiosity, coercion and coping: psychosocial drivers of youth drug use in Sri Lanka

Adolescent substance use in Sri Lanka is shaped by complex psychosocial and environmental influences. Prevention and intervention strategies must address not only individual behaviour but also social networks, emotional vulnerability and structural access to drugs in community settings.

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BMJ Paediatrics Open
Published
2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjpo-2025-003929
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1
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HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
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Curiosity, coercion and coping: psychosocial drivers of youth drug use in Sri Lanka

Indika Gawarammana, Malaka Samarasinghe
1 citations
BMJ Paediatrics Open
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
31.52
article

Curiosity, coercion and coping: psychosocial drivers of youth drug use in Sri Lanka

Indika Gawarammana, Malaka Samarasinghe
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1 citations

Abstract

Adolescent substance use in Sri Lanka is shaped by complex psychosocial and environmental influences. Prevention and intervention strategies must address not only individual behaviour but also social networks, emotional vulnerability and structural access to drugs in community settings.

BMJ Paediatrics OpenVol. 10(1)
University of Peradeniya (LK), University of Kelaniya (LK)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 1%
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
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