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University of Texas at El Paso

2012

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Correlates Of Marijuana Use In A Hispanic College Sample, Joseph Ephraim Charter Jan 2012

Correlates Of Marijuana Use In A Hispanic College Sample, Joseph Ephraim Charter

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Currently there is a dearth of literature regarding marijuana and its correlates of use, particularly in Hispanics. Marijuana is the most widely used illicit drug, and its use has increased in recent years. This study aimed to assess correlates of marijuana use in a Hispanic college student sample. Data were collected from 549 participants from University psychology courses. Participants completed a comprehensive survey packet consisting of: demographics, marijuana use history, tobacco and alcohol use, depression, anxiety, stress, and acculturation. Descriptive analyses were used to provide a characteristic profile of Hispanic college student marijuana use. Eight percent reported past 30-day marijuana …