Alcohol and Drug Abuse Among American Military Personnel: Prevalence and Policy Implications

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Abstract
The 1982 military survey on drug and alcohol abuse, when contrasted with the 1980 survey, indicates that greater gains have been made in diminishing drug abuse than in reducing problematic drinking. This phenomenon appears at least partially a result of more intensive efforts to curb drug abuse, especially greater employment of urinalysis testing and refinements in urine test confirmation procedures. Consideration of the survey results leads to a discussion of recommendations regarding the content and methodology for future surveys as well as several DoD policy implications.

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