2020/21 Survey of Drug Use among Students

The 2020/2021 Survey of Drug Use among Students is a comprehensive empirical research report commissioned by the Narcotics Division of the Security Bureau, HKSAR Government. Conducted periodically across secondary schools, post-secondary institutions, and international schools in Hong Kong, this large-scale statistical survey investigates the prevalence, patterns, and risk factors of psychoactive drug, alcohol, and tobacco use among local student populations. The full report provides an in-depth analysis of demographic trends, identifying common drugs of choice (such as cannabis, ketamine, and cough medicine), modes of obtaining illicit substances, and primary motivations or peer influences driving student substance use. Additionally, the study evaluates student attitudes toward anti-drug education, perceived availability of drugs, and awareness of help-seeking channels. The findings serve as a critical evidence base for evaluating school-based prevention initiatives, shaping public health messaging, and refining government anti-drug policy. This open-access research report is an indispensable resource for educators, school counselors, public health researchers, social workers, and policy analysts focusing on youth welfare, adolescent health, and addiction prevention in Hong Kong.