The prevalence of religiosity and association between religiosity and alcohol use, other drug use, and risky sexual behaviours among grade 8-10 learners in Western Cape, South Africa

The prevalence of religiosity and association between religiosity and alcohol use, other drug use, and risky sexual behaviours among grade 8-10 learners in Western Cape, South Africa

Background: Alcohol and other drug use (AOD) and risky sexual behaviours remain high among adolescents in South Africa and globally. Religiosity influences, mitigates and provides resilience against engaging in risky behaviours among young people but few South African studies have explored potential...

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Main Authors: Francis, J.M., Myers-Franchi, Bronwyn, Nkosi, S., Williams, P.P., Carney, T., Lombard, C., Nel, E., Morojele, N.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: PUBLIC LIBRARY SCIENCE 2019
Subjects:
Science & Technology
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Science & Technology - Other Topics
HIGH-SCHOOL-STUDENTS
SUBSTANCE USE
YOUNG-PEOPLE
UNIVERSITY-STUDENTS
METHAMPHETAMINE USE
ADOLESCENT HEALTH
MENTAL-HEALTH
TOWN
RELIGIOSITY/SPIRITUALITY
INTERVENTIONS
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/85709

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