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Caracterização socioeconómica de jovens consumidores de drogas lícitas e/ou ilícitas numa região do Norte de Portugal: um estudo quantitativo
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O consumo de drogas lícitas e ilícitas pode causar alterações significativas no funcionamento do cérebro, originando um conjunto de manifestações de ordem biológica, psicológica e social. Este estudo procurou identificar os padrões de consumo de drogas lícitas e ilícitas entre jovens da região norte de Portugal, relacionando-os com variáveis socioeconómicas. Através de uma metodologia quantitativa, foi possível verificar que o álcool e o tabaco são as drogas mais consumidas, com frequência diária considerável. A canábis, apesar de ilícita, também se destaca entre as drogas mais consumidas.
Nos resultados, verifica-se que a maioria dos participantes possui rendimento mensal abaixo dos 1000€, pelo que contrariamente à literatura, indica que o acesso e a aceitação social das drogas lícitas ultrapassam barreiras económicas. Relativamente à escolaridade, destaca-se que uma parte significativa dos inquiridos apresenta ensino superior incompleto, pelo que revela que o consumo de drogas ocorre também entre indivíduos com percursos educativos mais avançados, contrariando a ideia de que este comportamento está diretamente ligado ao insucesso escolar.
Quanto à situação profissional, a maioria dos participantes são estudantes, e o consumo de drogas pode, neste contexto, surgir como uma forma de sociabilização, alívio do stress ou simples curiosidade. A maioria dos participantes reside em áreas urbanas, com predomínio de habitação em apartamentos, o que aparentemente pode indicar que a influência do contexto urbano no acesso e frequência do consumo, muitas vezes está associado a um maior anonimato e menor vigilância social. O consumo é mais prevalente entre o sexo masculino do que entre o sexo feminino.
Este trabalho reforça a importância da investigação empírica como apoio à construção de respostas mais eficazes.
The consumption of legal and illegal substances can lead to significant alterations in brain function, giving rise to a range of biological, psychological, and social effects. This study aims to identify patterns of legal and illegal drug use among young individuals in the northern region of Portugal and to examine their relationship with various socioeconomic factors. Using a quantitative methodology, findings indicate that alcohol and tobacco are the most frequently consumed substances, with a noteworthy incidence of daily use. Despite its illegal status, cannabis also emerges as one of the most commonly used drugs. The data reveal that a majority of participants report a monthly income below €1000. Contrary to findings in the existing literature, this suggests that access to and social acceptance of legal substances may transcend economic barriers. Regarding educational background, a substantial proportion of respondents have some higher education experience without completion, indicating that drug use is also present among individuals with more advanced educational trajectories. This challenges the commonly held assumption that substance use is predominantly associated with academic failure. In terms of professional status, most participants are students. Within this context, drug consumption may be linked to socialization, stress relief, or mere curiosity. Furthermore, the majority reside in urban areas, predominantly in apartment settings. This urban environment may facilitate greater access to substances and more frequent use, possibly due to increased anonymity and reduced social oversight. Notably, substance use is more prevalent among males than females. These findings underscore the importance of empirical research as a foundation for developing more effective and targeted intervention strategies.
The consumption of legal and illegal substances can lead to significant alterations in brain function, giving rise to a range of biological, psychological, and social effects. This study aims to identify patterns of legal and illegal drug use among young individuals in the northern region of Portugal and to examine their relationship with various socioeconomic factors. Using a quantitative methodology, findings indicate that alcohol and tobacco are the most frequently consumed substances, with a noteworthy incidence of daily use. Despite its illegal status, cannabis also emerges as one of the most commonly used drugs. The data reveal that a majority of participants report a monthly income below €1000. Contrary to findings in the existing literature, this suggests that access to and social acceptance of legal substances may transcend economic barriers. Regarding educational background, a substantial proportion of respondents have some higher education experience without completion, indicating that drug use is also present among individuals with more advanced educational trajectories. This challenges the commonly held assumption that substance use is predominantly associated with academic failure. In terms of professional status, most participants are students. Within this context, drug consumption may be linked to socialization, stress relief, or mere curiosity. Furthermore, the majority reside in urban areas, predominantly in apartment settings. This urban environment may facilitate greater access to substances and more frequent use, possibly due to increased anonymity and reduced social oversight. Notably, substance use is more prevalent among males than females. These findings underscore the importance of empirical research as a foundation for developing more effective and targeted intervention strategies.
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Projeto de Graduação apresentado à Universidade Fernando Pessoa para obtenção do grau de Licenciada em Enfermagem.
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Consumo de drogas lícitas e ilícitas Impacto socioeconómico Dependência Jovens Legal and illegal drug use Socioeconomic impact Dependency Youth