Variations in Risk and Motivations for Substance Use over the Course of Military Service

Conclusions: These data indicate that the periods immediately following deployment and transition out of the military may be especially high-risk for heavy substance use and use of a broader range of substances. This highlights the need for tailored interventions and messaging at different points of military service, particularly during periods of greatest risk.PMID:33616468 | DOI:10.1080/10826084.2021.1887257

Source: Substance Use and Misuse - February 22, 2021 Category: Addiction Authors: Bonnie M Vest Laura A Brady Maximilian J Brimmer Gregory G Homish Source Type: research