Young people exposed to social media posts by celebrities and influencers who endorse nicotine products are more susceptible to smoking or vaping, University of Queensland research has found.
University of Queensland researchers are suggesting a new diagnosis should be added to the official world diseases list to better identify those with gaming disorders.
Young Australians are being exposed to an alcohol advertisement on social media every 2 minutes and 43 seconds on average, according to University of Queensland research.
Young people are encouraged to participate in a University of Queensland study that will use artificial intelligence technology to develop campaign materials to reduce youth vaping rates
A University of Queensland research project will investigate the online influences behind young people taking up vaping, and develop social media content to support them in quitting the habit.
A University of Queensland study highlights a direct link between young people’s exposure to alcohol-related social media content and problem drinking.
Vaping has dramatically increased in popularity in recent years, with a 40% surge in users between 2018 and 2022. But what if Artificial Intelligence could stop young people from taking up the habit?
Selling nicotine vaping products in licenced shops with a strict age verification process will restrict youth access and help adult smokers quit, a University of Queensland drug expert has recommended.
Emeritus Professor Wayne Hall AM from UQ's National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research has received a Senior Scientist Award from The Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD).
