Alcohol and other drug consumption

ARCSHS has consolidated a reputation for groundbreaking research in the areas of alcohol and other drug consumption, particularly (though not only) as they relate to sex and gender.

Our research in this area aims to understand the rich social dynamics at work in relation to alcohol and other drug consumption, and within this theme we have explored a wide range of issues over many years.

These include:

  • how LGBTIQ+ communities experience, conceptualise and respond to drug-related harms
  • the relationship between alcohol and other drug consumption, gender and human rights
  • young people’s experiences of drug consumption and drug education
  • pharmaceutical practices, including body enhancement or augmentation practices
  • stigma and discrimination related to alcohol and other drugs
  • opportunities to reduce harms that can sometimes be associated with alcohol and other drug consumption

Our projects include:

Theme co-convenors:

Adrian Farrugia and Renae Fomiatti

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