Abstract
The prevalence and correlates of illicit methylphenidate use were examined within a nationally representative U.S. sample of 8th, 10th, and 12th graders. The annual prevalence of illicit methylphenidate use was 4%. Race, grade level, geographical region, grade point average, and substance use were all significantly associated with illicit methylphenidate use.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adolescent Behavior* / psychology
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Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / drug therapy
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Attitude to Health
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Central Nervous System Stimulants / administration & dosage*
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Central Nervous System Stimulants / adverse effects
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Ethnicity / statistics & numerical data
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Female
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Health Behavior*
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Humans
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Illicit Drugs*
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Male
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Methylphenidate / administration & dosage*
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Methylphenidate / adverse effects
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Prevalence
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Psychology, Adolescent
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Risk Factors
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Risk-Taking
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Socioeconomic Factors
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United States / epidemiology
Substances
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Central Nervous System Stimulants
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Illicit Drugs
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Methylphenidate