Longitudinal trends in the past 30-day co-use of nicotine/tobacco, alcohol, and cannabis among youth and adults in the PATH study | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
Longitudinal trends in the past 30-day co-use of nicotine/tobacco, alcohol, and cannabis among youth and adults in the PATH study
Key Points
Co-use of nicotine, alcohol, and cannabis has shown dynamic trends across different age groups.
The study highlights complex patterns of substance use evolving over a 30-day period, emphasizing the influence of developmental stages.
Analysis was drawn from the PATH study, which examines substance use behaviors in various populations over time.
These findings suggest the need for adaptive strategies to address changing substance use patterns in public health.
Abstract
Findings highlight the complex interplay between substance use patterns and developmental stages and the dynamic nature of co-use in ever-evolving tobacco and cannabis marketplaces.