The Impact of Economic Recessions on the Use of Illicit Drugs: a Systematic Review of Literature and a Meta-Analysis
The Impact of Economic Recessions on the Use of Illicit Drugs: a Systematic Review of Literature and a Meta-Analysis
Subsequently to the COVID-19 pandemic, the world registered a marked economic recession. In 2020, the EU, GDP fell by 6.1 %. In 2021 and 2022, the speed and degree of recovery is still uncertain. As in other recessions, the impact on drug use can be marked. What is the impact of economic recessions on the use of illegal drugs? Several studies were made, but conclusions are diverse and sometimes conflicting. A sharp picture was still difficult to depict. This study aims to fill this gap, systematically summarizing the results of the several empirical studies available. (Claudia Costa-Storti, Lisbon Addictions 2022, Präsentation)
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