Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

February 1, 2021

Exploring Factors Associated with Alcohol and/or Substance Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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More than one third of adult survey respondents (n=1,405) in the US and Canada reported utilizing alcohol or substances as a source of support during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic in June 2020. Higher utilization of social media was related to higher alcohol and/or substance use, with participants reporting feeling overwhelmed by information online. In addition, being personally affected by COVID-19 and being concerned about childcare were related to increased use of alcohol and substances.

MacMillan et al. (Jan 26, 2021). Exploring Factors Associated with Alcohol and/or Substance Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic. International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-020-00482-y