The multidimensional social ecological needs and service utilization patterns of youth using non-medical prescription opioids: an observational study of routinely collected data in a provincial integrated youth services initiative

This study examined how non-medical prescription opioid use (NMPOU) among youth aged 12–24 is linked to their health, social needs, and use of services within an integrated youth services network in British Columbia, Canada. Data from over 6,000 youth showed that 4% reported recent NMPOU. Youth who...

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Marchand, K., Liu, G., Hastings, K.G. et al. The multidimensional social ecological needs and service utilization patterns of youth using non-medical prescription opioids: an observational study of routinely collected data in a provincial integrated youth services initiative. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 20, 51 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-025-00682-6

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2026

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Scientific article

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Children, Adolescents and Youth Women LGBTQ+

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Youth and Adolescents

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