Substance use among young adults in multicultural communities: risk and resilience factors

摘要: Impulsivity-related personality traits have been found to be related increased substance use, while religiosity and spirituality shown reduce use behaviours. This thesis aimed study possible interactive effects of risk resilience factors on young adult behaviours in multicultural communities using samples from Western countries the Middle East. A 245 UK university students self-control significantly problematic alcohol cannabis use. The also identified sensation seeking fun as strong predictors Some these findings were replicated a sample 173 Lebanon. moderating effect relationship between impulsivity was identified. 191 United Arab Emirates urgency lack premeditation strongly dokha consumption. Lastly, negative shisha consumption 80 adults residing Emirates. Religiosity moderator cultural aspects discussed detail. final considered how risk-taking can associated with among group These help further understand differences behaviours, contribute theoretical models for disorders worldwide.