Public Perception Towards Drug Abuse in South Korea: The Effects of Overconfidence and Affirmation
Ki Won Jang,
Jiheon Kim,
Han Wool Jung
et al.
Abstract:Objective The abuse of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines has been a major issue addressed as a serious public health problem worldwide. This study explored factors contributing to substance abuse in Korea by examining the status of substance abuse among Korean adults and evaluating their knowledge, attitudes, and intentions toward substance abuse.Methods Data were collected online from a sample of participants 19 years old or older from May 20 to June 1, 2020 (n=1,020). The survey consisted of … Show more
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