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Addiction Research
Studies from University of Birmingham have provided new information about addiction research
April 11th, 2009
According to recent research published in the journal Addiction Research & Theory, "Although clear relationships have been identified between dependent drug use and crime, the relationship is less evident in young offenders, particularly for less physically dependent users. This study investigated a sample of young drug-using offenders (aged 18-24; n = 36) accessing drug treatment through the criminal justice system in Birmingham, UK, using structured interviews for the collection of both qualitative and quantitative data." "It identified high levels of heroin dependence, with frequency of use linked to both acquisitive crime and willingness to engage in...
Source: Law & Health Weekly (2009-04-11)
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