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September 5, 2025Health Promotion Journal of AustraliaOpen Access

Knowledge and Attitudes About Crystal Methamphetamine Among Key Community Groups in Australia

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SKStephanie KershawARAlison Bedford RussellLBLouise Birrell

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey assessed knowledge and attitudes about crystal methamphetamine, revealing prevalent stigma among community groups.

Key Points

  • Stigmatising attitudes towards crystal methamphetamine remain prevalent in Australia, impacting help-seeking behavior.
  • Data from the survey indicated that 70.9% of crystal methamphetamine users experienced discrimination.
  • Health workers demonstrated the highest knowledge scores related to crystal methamphetamine compared to other groups.
  • The findings suggest the need for targeted initiatives to reduce stigma and improve health outcomes for those affected.

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Kershaw et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23a2cb210217d6477f647https://doi.org/10.1002/hpja.70096
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