Canada's Youth and the Opioid Crisis
Canada's youth are increasingly affected by the opioid crisis, with rising rates of misuse and overdose. A commentary in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) warns that current treatment and prevention programs are not sufficient to address the scale of the problem.
Experts are calling for urgent, youth-centered interventions, improved access to care, and stronger support networks to protect young Canadians from the devastating impact of the epidemic.
- A recent survey, the 2023 McCreary Adolescent Health Survey, found that 14% of 38,488 youth in British Columbia, aged 12-19, reported consuming substances other than alcohol and cannabis.
Current treatment and prevention programs aren’t keeping pace with the scale of the problem.
Authors conclude: urgent action is needed to address the growing opioid crisis among Canada's youth.
Author's summary: Canada's youth face a growing opioid crisis needing urgent action.
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