Problem drug use in Scotland considered by Committee
Scottish Affairs Committee questions academics
- The Scottish Affairs Committee begins taking evidence for its inquiry into problem drug use in Scotland with a session focusing on identifying key trends in drug use in Scotland, the drivers behind problem drug use and alternative approaches to dealing with the issues.
- The Committee will ask the panel to assess the major trends in problem drug use in Scotland, such as the increasing proportion of problem drug users over the age of 35, and the use of internet to supply drugs.
- Questions will also focus on the links between mental health illness and problem drug use, and how stressful and traumatic experiences in childhood can increase the likelihood of a person developing problematic drug use later in life.
- The Committee will also consider the links between social deprivation and problem drug use and whether current policy measures are effectively addressing this.