Conclusion
Comparing the results of the 2008-09 and 2010-11 surveys highlight both successes and areas of concern:
SUCCESS. The percent of middle school students abstaining from drug use increased for every substance with the exception of ecstasy and cocaine.
CONCERN. Drug use continues to increase with grade advancement, with higher graders reporting higher levels of use. Furthermore, for all substances, lifetime drug use remains higher than past 30 day use, suggesting some level of habitual use.
Data from the upcoming 2012-13 survey will be crucial in determining the statistical significance of these trends and the degree to which they persist over time.
Click here to view the full version of the 2010-11 BAY Team Youth Survey Report.
For more information on substance abuse prevention in the state, a full listing of local task forces can be found here.
