Author: Camacho Alvaro Matthews Scott Murray Brian Dimsdale Joel
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
ISSN: 0095-2990
Source: The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Vol.31, Iss.4, 2005-11, pp. : 601-607
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Abstract
There are increasing reports about the misuse of gamma hydroxybutyric acid (GHB) related compounds. The objective of this article is to examine the use of GHB-containing dietary supplements among college students. An anonymous survey was completed at a university health clinic. The survey asked participants about their experience using GHB compounds and their knowledge about the legal status of GHB and its addictive potential. Two hundred fifteen students responded to the survey. Twenty-eight percent had used GHRE and 19% had used GHB. Growth Hormone Release Extract (GHRE) users reported consumption 2–3 times per month and GHB users reported 1–2 times per month. Males tended to use GHB for euphoria and energy, while females tended to use the compounds for weight loss. GHB was particularly popular among homosexual and bisexual responders. There was little knowledge of the addictive potential and illegal status of GHB and related compounds. GHB compounds commonly are used among college students. Given the different reasons for use according to gender and sexual orientation, prevention programs need to sculpt their message according to the target audience.
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