Original research
by
Leung, Janni et al
Release Date
2023
Geography
Australia
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
Yes
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Yes
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
We aim to assess the rate and factors associated with treatment access among individuals with high-risk substance use.
Findings/Key points
The proportion of people engaging in risky substance use who had used treatment programs remains low, especially for alcohol. Public health strategies to scale up treatment access are warranted.
Design/methods
This study is a cross-sectional analysis of the 2019 Australian National Drug Strategy Household Survey (N = 22,015).
Keywords
About PWUD
Transitions in care/treatment
