Developments in drug use within recreational settings

Introduction

This Selected issue covers all aspects of drug use by young people in music and dance settings, providing data on prevalence and patterns of use, drug availability and the role of the Internet in drug supply and promotion. The risk factors for this type of drug use are outlined as are the health consequences of drug use in these settings. Responses to drug use in recreational settings are covered in depth, both in terms of legislation at national and European levels and in terms of drug prevention programmes.

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Table of contents

  • Developments in drug use within recreational settings
  • Prevalence and patterns of drug use
  • Risk factors for drug use in recreational settings
  • Drug availability, purity and prices
  • Role of the Internet
  • Consequences of drug use
  • Legal responses at international and European level
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