Journal of Addictive Behaviors,Therapy & RehabilitationISSN: 2324-9005

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Davis SJ Author

sharondavis@astate.edu

Subjects of specialization
Marijuana; Alcohol; Traffic safety; Designated driver; Young adults

Affiliation
Arkansas State University, Arkansas, USA

Biography

Specialization in Food and Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Processing and Preservation, Food Engineering, Food Quality and has published article entitled Driving while High: College Student Beliefs And Behaviors

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Driving while High: College Student Beliefs And Behaviors

Author(s):

Davis SJ and Sloas KL

As more states legalize the medical and recreational use of marijuana, more users may be driving under its influence. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (2016), drivers under the influence of marijuana are more likely to be involved in traffic fatalities, especially when the driver is a young adult. Attitudes toward marijuana and its risks have been changing over the last few years and more young adults do not see risks in using it. This study sought to examine beliefs about marijuana and driving under the influence in college students. Results showed that college students overwhelmingly view drinking alcohol and driving as unacceptable, but are more tolerant of driving after smoking marijuana. Furthermore, students who have smoked marijuana w... view more»

DOI: 10.4172/2324-9005.1000164

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