Marijuana use experiences and expectancies of urban youth in India

Ali, Enub; Sachdeva, Ankur; Gupta, Swatika; Kumar, Manish; Singh, JaiM; Kardam, Lalit

doi:10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1752_21

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“…2,16 Prior studies among college students from India also had noted positive expectancies as well as ambivalent attitudes from use. 8,9,20 There can be several reasons for favorable attitudes or positive expectancies from cannabis use. For example, prior studies found that the students believed/used cannabis for relaxation, stress relief, enhancing creative abilities, better socialization, and increasing sexual desire.…”

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“…The MEEQ-B has been used in prior Indian studies. 9,19 The items in the Knowledge and Attitude tools were included based on a literature review, the research team's experience with college students, and consultations with experts in psychoactive substance use disorders. Furthermore, the items were guided by thematic content analysis of focus group discussions conducted with the college students, which explored their perceptions about cannabis use patterns, their beliefs about use, medical use, and legalization, and the potential impact of cannabis use on academics, relationships, and health.…”

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“…Prior studies among college students in India have reported decreased perceived risk or ambivalence about harm from cannabis use. 6 , 9 As in overseas studies, students have reported positive expectations from use, such as relaxation, stress relief, and the ability to work responsibly. 6 , 8 , 9 At the urban community health service run by the present authors, young students regularly ask “Cannabis is legalized in other countries; is it beneficial to health?…”

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“… 6 , 9 As in overseas studies, students have reported positive expectations from use, such as relaxation, stress relief, and the ability to work responsibly. 6 , 8 , 9 At the urban community health service run by the present authors, young students regularly ask “Cannabis is legalized in other countries; is it beneficial to health? Is cannabis use legal in India?” “Can we use cannabis instead of tobacco, as tobacco is harmful, whereas cannabis is safe and helps to concentrate,” “Does cannabis relieve pain?” etc.…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Expectancies Related to Cannabis Use: A Cross-sectional Community Study Among College Students from Bangalore, Karnataka

Kannan K.,

Nattala,

Mahadevan

et al. 2024

Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine

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Background: Cannabis use among youth is increasing; this study aimed to assess college students’ knowledge, attitude, and expectancies toward cannabis use. Methods: Cross-sectional survey using standardized tools among undergraduate and postgraduate college students in urban Bangalore, India ( N = 405). Results: Ten percent reported past three-month cannabis use, with 1% reporting daily use. Users were significantly older (median age 21, IQR 22,20 [vs. 20, IQR 21,19], p < .001) and belonged to families with higher monthly incomes ( p = .02). Use was significantly higher among males than females (65.9% vs. 34.1%, p = .006) and postgraduate students than undergraduates (51.2% vs. 48%, p = .001). Users were also significantly more favorable toward cannabis use (median score 4, IQR 6,2 [vs. median 3, IQR 4,2], p = .005) and had more positive expectancies from use (median score 2, IQR 3,2 [vs. median 2, IQR 2,0], p = .001). Nearly 30% were unaware that cannabis can affect a person’s ability to drive safely or that it can affect executive functions, including academic performance. Over one-third were unaware of the current legal status of cannabis in India. Overall, 36%, 25%, and 17%, respectively, said that cannabis use is safe when used for recreational purposes, cannabis should be legalized as it helps to relieve stress, and cannabis use among youngsters should be acceptable in society as it is “part of college life.” Conclusion: Findings build on existing literature on cannabis use among college youth in India, which can guide preventive interventions and policies for this vulnerable group.

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Expectancies Related to Cannabis Use: A Cross-sectional Community Study Among College Students from Bangalore, Karnataka

Kannan K.,

Nattala,

Mahadevan

et al. 2024

Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine

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“…They are assumed to provide the specialized cognitive processing needed for the highest neurocognitive performance. On a prolonged attentional processing test, marijuana usage before age 16 was linked to a shorter reaction time [ 29 ]. Cannabis use alters the endocannabinoid system, impacting executive function, reward function, and affective functions.…”

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Substance Abuse Amongst Adolescents: An Issue of Public Health Significance

Nath¹,

Choudhari²,

Dakhode³

et al. 2022

Cureus

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Adolescence is a crucial time for biological, psychological, and social development. It is also a time when substance addiction and its adverse effects are more likely to occur. Adolescents are particularly susceptible to the negative long-term effects of substance use, including mental health illnesses, sub-par academic performance, substance use disorders, and higher chances of getting addicted to alcohol and marijuana. Over the past few decades, there have been substantial changes in the types of illegal narcotics people consume. The present article deals with the review of substance abuse as a public health problem, its determinants, and implications seen among adolescents. A systematic literature search using databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar was undertaken to search all relevant literature on teenage stimulant use. The findings have been organized into categories to cover essential aspects like epidemiology, neurobiology, prevention, and treatment. The review showed that substance addiction among adolescents between 12 to 19 years is widespread, though national initiatives exist to support young employment and their development. Research on psychological risk factors for teenage substance abuse is vast, wherein conduct disorders, including aggression, impulsivity, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, have been mentioned as risk factors for substance use. Parents' attitudes toward drugs, alcohol, academic and peer pressure, stress, and physical outlook are key determinants. Teenage drug usage has a significant negative impact on users, families, and society as a whole. It was found that a lot has been done to provide correct intervention to those in need with the constant development of programs and rehabilitative centers to safeguard the delicate minds of youths and prevent them from using intoxicants. Still, there is much need for stringent policy and program guidelines to curb this societal menace.

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