Correlates of higher-risk drug-related behaviours at music festivals in New South Wales, Australia.

Amy Healey Krista J SiefriedMary Ellen HarrodErica FranklinAmy Peacock Monica J Barratt Jonathan Brett

Published in: Drug and alcohol review (2021)

Engagement in the five higher-risk drug behaviours was common, particularly amongst males and those using drugs for the first time, while police/police dog presence appeared to influence higher-risk behaviours amongst festival attendees. This information can be used to inform harm reduction advice, public health and law enforcement strategies.

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