AIMS Anecdotal observations suggest the use of illicit drugs takes place amongst recreational divers but, to date, there has been little open debate within the diving community concerning possible prevalence. This study investigated the prevalence and type of illicit drugs used by recreational divers in the United Kingdom (UK). METHODS Anonymous questionnaires were circulated via UK dive club...

123 Historically, the relationship between student academic achievement and use of computers for fun and video gaming has been described from a multitude of perspectives, from positive, to negative, to neutral. However, recent research has indicated that computer use and video gaming may be positively associated with achievement, yet these studies have focused on small intact and qualitative sa...

OBJECTIVE Given the potential for Viagra (sildenafil) use to foster greater friction during sex (owing to enlarged erection size) and prolonged sex, the recreational use of this substance warrants investigation in the context of STI risk. Thus, an exploratory study was conducted to identify bivariate correlates of recreational (non-prescription) Viagra use among men who have sex with men (MSM) ...

BACKGROUND Differences in availability of recreational resources may contribute to racial and socioeconomic status (SES) disparities in physical activity. Variations in the location and density of recreational resources were examined by SES and racial composition of neighborhoods. METHODS Densities of resources available in recreational facilities and parks were estimated for census tracts be...

Legalization of marijuana for recreational use among adults could significantly increase access to the drug among youth and is a growing concern for pediatric health in the United States. In a January 2015 policy statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reaffirmed its opposition to legalization of recreational marijuana because of potential harms to youth. Alongside efforts to promot...

BACKGROUND Although the recreational use of psychoactive substances is common there is only limited systematic collection of data on acute drug toxicity or hospital presentations. Currently, data from Switzerland are only available from the University Hospital of Basel. The present study aimed to describe the presentations due to recreational drug use at an emergency department in Bern, Switzer...

Legalization of marijuana for recreational use has increased the overall consumption of Cannabis spp. in Alaska, Colorado, Washington, and Oregon. We review the evidence regarding the impact of marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding including evidence for adverse effects on infant and child neurodevelopment maturation and cognitive function. Based on animal and limited human studies o...

Los disolventes orgánicos son compuestos orgánicos volátiles, que se utilizan para disolver materias primas, productos o materiales residuales, utilizándose como agentes de limpieza, como pegamentos, como componentes de pinturas, como plastificantes y muchos otros usos industriales. Dada su amplia disponibilidad puede ser objeto de uso como sustancia con efectos psicoestimulante, siendo esto má...