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This survey was carried out to explore the nature and extent of drug misuse in West Belfast over a six month period in 1996, and involved both quantitative and qualitative methods of research. Young people aged between 12-17 years were targeted and 360 questionnaires were returned for analysis.

Main findings

• 61% of the total respondents were identified as drug users in the survey;
• of these, approximately 22% reported monthly use;
• the survey also showed that although LSD and Ecstasy were popular, the most popular single drug in use was cannabis.

Reference

1. Falls Community Council. Drugs - crisis or crossroads? The nature and extent of drug misuse in West Belfast. Falls Community Council, 1996.