Who is Engaging in Non-Medical Use of Prescription Drugs in Canada? An Intersectional Analysis

20260 citationsJournal Articlehybrid Open Access

Authors

Carolina Soto Fajardo · Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center

Shiona K Glass-Kaastra · Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center

Abstract

Our findings show clear patterns in NMUPD among this general population sample, especially related to illegal drug use, age, sex, disability, and mental health. It is important to consider how sociodemographic, health, and substance use factors work together to shape risks of NMUPD.

Topics & Keywords

Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Forensic Toxicology and Drug Analysis

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Substance Use & Misuse

DOI: 10.1080/10826084.2026.2641698

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 0.00