A U.S. study says racial or ethnic group discrimination can lead to an increase in drug or alcohol abuse.
Data from 2,217 Filipino-Americans interviewed in 1998-1999 show that those who reported unfair treatment were more likely to use prescription and illicit drugs, and to be alcohol dependent.
The report in the American Journal of Public Health said prior studies have linked discrimination with illnesses and stressors that can lead to drug or alcohol misuse.
The findings "suggest that we need an aggressive and comprehensive policy that reduces racial and other types of discrimination in order to promote health and well being," the study's authors said. (moldova.org)
Data from 2,217 Filipino-Americans interviewed in 1998-1999 show that those who reported unfair treatment were more likely to use prescription and illicit drugs, and to be alcohol dependent.
The report in the American Journal of Public Health said prior studies have linked discrimination with illnesses and stressors that can lead to drug or alcohol misuse.
The findings "suggest that we need an aggressive and comprehensive policy that reduces racial and other types of discrimination in order to promote health and well being," the study's authors said. (moldova.org)
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