Amphetamine Misuse: The Effects Of Social Context On Injection Related Risk Behaviour

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The influences of interpersonal relationships and the social environment on injection risk behaviour are explored in this paper. Data from a study of the lifestyles of amphetamine users in the North-West of England are used to reveal the relationships between social interactions and risk. Differences were found in the factors implicated in the two aspects of sharing. Passing on used injection equipment was largely influenced by social factors. Accepting equipment from others was associated with perceptions of dependence and the use of needle-exchanges. Implications for theory are suggested and the difficulties of intervention noted.

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