Central Registry of Drug Abuse Sixty-ninth Report (2010-2019)

The 69th Report of the Central Registry of Drug Abuse (CRDA) is an official statistical publication produced by the Narcotics Division of the Security Bureau, HKSAR Government. Providing a comprehensive ten-year longitudinal analysis (2010–2019), this report compiles and analyzes voluntary reporting data on reported drug abusers across Hong Kong. The publication offers detailed empirical breakdowns regarding demographic characteristics (age, sex, employment status), preferred drugs of choice (psychotropic substances, heroin, cocaine, cannabis, and ketamine), modes of consumption, and historical trends in drug abuse patterns. Special focus is given to emerging sub-populations, including youth drug abuse, hidden abuser trends, and the average duration of drug abuse prior to first detection. Through standardized data tables, charts, and comparative statistical matrices, the document establishes an authoritative evidence base for evaluating the effectiveness of anti-drug initiatives and informing harm reduction strategies. Serving as an essential primary statistical and policy document, this open-access resource is highly valuable for scholars, healthcare professionals, social workers, public health researchers, and policy analysts studying addiction, criminology, and public health trends in Hong Kong.