Plüddemann Andreas, Parry Charles D H, Myers Bronwyn, Bhana Arvin
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Research Group, Medical Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa.
Subst Use Misuse. 2004 Jan;39(1):87-105. doi: 10.1081/ja-120027767.
This article provides descriptive surveillance information about the extent and consequences of Ecstasy use for five sentinel sites in South Africa. From January 1997 to December 2001, data were gathered on a biannual basis from multiple sources, including specialist treatment centers, trauma units, school students, rave party attendees, and from police and arrestees. Indicators point to relatively low levels of Ecstasy use in South Africa. Demographic characteristics of Ecstasy consumers in South Africa were identified. Ecstasy is predominantly used among White South African youth of both genders, with the age of users decreasing over recent years. The use of Ecstasy is, however, increasing among other population groups. Some emerging health risks associated with club drug use were identified, including the use of Ecstasy in combination with other substances. On the basis of this information, a number of policy recommendations are made. These are targeted at both Ecstasy demand reduction and harm minimization. The study points to the need for continued monitoring of Ecstasy use and its associated consequences in this country.
本文提供了关于南非五个哨点摇头丸使用情况的范围和后果的描述性监测信息。1997年1月至2001年12月期间，每半年从多个来源收集数据，包括专业治疗中心、创伤科、在校学生、锐舞派对参与者以及警方和被捕者。指标显示南非摇头丸使用水平相对较低。确定了南非摇头丸使用者的人口统计学特征。摇头丸主要在南非白种青年男女中使用，近年来使用者年龄呈下降趋势。然而，其他人群中摇头丸的使用正在增加。确定了一些与俱乐部毒品使用相关的新出现的健康风险，包括摇头丸与其他物质混合使用。基于这些信息，提出了一些政策建议。这些建议旨在减少摇头丸需求并将危害降至最低。该研究指出需要继续监测该国摇头丸的使用情况及其相关后果。
