Exploring perceptions of self-stigma of substance use and current alcohol and marijuana use patterns among college students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

While research has examined the effect of stigma from others towards individuals with substance use disorders, few studies have examined the relationship between perceived self-stigma and engagement in substance use more broadly, especially among non-clinical samples.

Aims

The present study examined the relationships between perceptions of self-stigma if one were to develop a substance use disorder, consisting of negative self-esteem and negative self-efficacy, and alcohol or marijuana use behaviors and outcomes.

Method

Participants (n = 2,243; 71.5% female) were college students within the U.S. recruited to participate in an online survey on substance use with a special focus on alcohol and marijuana.

Results

Results indicated no significant differe

SUBMITTER: Chentsova VO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10997109 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature