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Substance Use Among Young People in Urban Environments

Substance Use Among Young People in Urban Environments

Paperback (31 Dec 2005)

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Publisher's Synopsis

In many low and middle income countries, trends in tobacco, alcohol and illicit substance use, especially among young, have paralleled the rapid social changes experienced in these countries. This book considers different perspectives on urbanisation and substance use among young and the related health and social effects.

About the Publisher

World Health Organization

WHO is the directing and coordinating authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends. In the 21st century, health is a shared responsibility, involving equitable access to essential care and collective defence against transnational threats.

Book information

ISBN: 9789241563062
Publisher: World Health Organization
Imprint: World Health Organization
Pub date:
Number of pages: 219
Weight: 54g
Height: 240mm
Width: 160mm
Spine width: 13mm