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Naylor, Adam H.; Gardner, Doug; Zaichkowsky, Len – Adolescence, 2001
High school students (N=1,515) in Massachusetts were surveyed about whether participation in athletics promoted a healthier lifestyle and decreased use of recreational drugs. Participation in athletics did promote a healthier lifestyle and athletes were significantly less likely to use cocaine, psychedelic drugs, or smoke cigarettes. However, work…
Descriptors: Athletes, Cocaine, Drinking, Drug Education