Geographical Differences in Self-Reported Past 12-Month Drug Use: Results from the NDEWS Rapid Street Reporting, 2021–2023
Anna Wang, Ryan Athay, Nae Won, Catherine W. Striley, Linda B. Cottler
Substance Use & Misuse June 5, 2025 DOI: 10.1080/10826084.2025.2511242 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA survey conducted in 20 US urban cities over a single weekend detected recent use of recreational cannabis, psilocybin, and cocaine. Reported prevalence of these substances varied by region, indicating that prevention messages should be customized for different areas of the country.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Venue intercept survey Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Population | People in 20 US urban cities |
| Duration | Single weekend |
| Keywords | Drug Environmental health Medicine Demography |
| Citations | 2 |
| Key finding | Reported prevalence of recreational cannabis, psilocybin, and cocaine use differed by region, suggesting the need for region-specific prevention messaging. |
Abstract
Venue intercept survey method detected signals of recreational cannabis, psilocybin, and cocaine use in the 20 US urban cities visited over a weekend. Reported prevalence differed by region. This suggests that prevention messaging should be tailored to the specific US regions.