Coping strategy and substance use disorders: The mediating role of drug hazard knowledge

Abstract

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a social phenomenon that has plagued communities, including adolescents. Coping strategy and drug hazard knowledge are seen as important factors in curbing drug use amongst young people. This study aims to identify the indirect influence of coping strategy through drug hazard knowledge as a mediator in substance use disorders. The research employed a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, with a sample of 381 adolescents, 313 males and 68 females, selected using a simple random sampling technique. The research instruments comprised the Drugs Abuse Screening Test-28, a coping scale, and drug hazard knowledge scale. AMOS 20.0 for Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used for the analysis. The results show no significant indirect influence of coping strategy through drug hazard knowledge as a mediator in substance use disorder among adolescents. This indicates that drug hazard knowledge has no significant influence on substance use disorders.

The Experience of Psychosomatic Disorders among Adolescents: Challenges and Coping Strategies

“…These studies advocate for early intervention and the importance of supportive environments in mitigating the psychosomatic symptoms of adolescents (Giannotta et al, 2022;Habukawa et al, 2022). Our findings further highlight the significance of coping strategies in managing psychosomatic disorders, as evidenced by Ismail et al (2021), who explored the mediating role of drug hazard knowledge in the relationship between coping strategies and substance use disorders (Ismail et al, 2021).…”

“…These strategies are crucial for managing symptoms, improving mental health outcomes, and enhancing overall well-being. Research has highlighted the significance of positive coping mechanisms, such as social support and personal resilience, in mitigating the impact of stress and promoting mental health among adolescents facing various adversities (Ismail et al, 2021;Parcesepe et al, 2023).…”