Trends in substance references in Australian top 20 songs between 1990 and 2015

ConclusionsPatterns in substance mentions in top 20 songs in more recent years may reflect broader social trends that influence youth substance use. As such, monitoring music lyrics may assist researchers to better understand forces underlying patterns of youth substance use.

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/resolve/doi?DOI=10.1111%2Fdar.12634

Source: Drug and Alcohol Review - November 1, 2017 Category: Addiction Authors: Simone Pettigrew, Isla Henriques, Kaela Farrier Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research