Las relaciones familiares y el consumo de drogas en los adolescentes de Xalapa, Veracruz

Abstract

In this paper we present partial results of an extended study conducted in the city of Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico, with a sample of 2,371 adolescents between 12 and 17 years, students from 36 secondary schools in urban and suburban areas. The purpose was to identify the status of the family dynamic of the teenager, and the rate of prevalence of drug use. We present the analysis of data collected through the application of a designed questionnaire.