Changes in patterns of use and perceptions of cannabis among students in Canada: A decade of data from the Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The Canadian Student Alcohol and Drugs Survey is a biennial, repeat cross-sectional survey of grade 7-12 students in the Canadian provinces. This study examined cannabis-related behaviours at five timepoints before and after legalization of cannabis for non-medical purposes.

Methods

Trends over time were examined using data from 2014-15 to 2023-24 (n = 264,558). Binary logistic regression examined changes in cannabis use and related behaviours, including frequency; usual method of use; perceived risk and access; usual source; and motor vehicle behaviours. Data were stratified by sex and grade group (grade 7-9 vs. 10-12).

Results

Overall, there was no change in prevalence of past 12-month, past 30-day, or frequent cannabis use (p > 0.05 for all); however,

SUBMITTER: Goodman S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12712680 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature