CISDUS 2022 E-Briefs
E-Briefs on Marijuana, Cigarette, E-Cigarette and Alcohol Use by Students in the Cayman Islands in 2022, based on the Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS).
The Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS) 2018 – CYCLE 9, Fieldwork Volunteers Required
Over the past 20 years the National Drug Council (NDC) has conducted the Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS). This epidemiological survey gathers information about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse as well as prevalence rates among teens in the Cayman Islands. In preparation for the 9th Cycle, the NDC has scheduled the specific dates ranging from February 26th through March 16th, 2018 for the data collection and are in need of fieldwork volunteers to assist in this phase. The Cayman Islands Student Drug Survey (CISDUS) is an ongoing study of the behaviours, attitudes and values of high school students. This study describes the extent and patterns of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs used among students ages eleven and older across the Islands and contribute to a better understanding of both current and changing rates of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse. Are you interested and able to volunteer on this project? Volunteer involvement is essential in the administration process and we are in need of approximately 60 fieldwork volunteers to assist us in the collection of data efficiently and in accordance with best practices. Training is mandatory and will be provided for all volunteers by the Research Analyst and the Prevention and Information Officer. Interested individuals are asked to volunteer for approximately 1 ½ hours (or more) during the weeks of February 26th through March 16th, 2018. Ready to Register? To complete the registration process, please provide us with the registration form and a copy of a photo ID. Please contact us on info@ndc.ky or call 949-9000 for further information on the dates and times of training sessions.
2016 Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS) Results
The Cayman Islands Student Drug Survey (CISDUS) is a biennial survey of years 7 to 12 high school students conducted by the National Drug Council. The aim of the CISDUS is to identify the extent, patterns, and related attitudes of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs used among high school students across the Cayman Islands. The survey is administered to students who attend both private and public schools and the participation was approximately 2,982 students. The data collected allows stakeholders to make informed decisions in regard to policy adjustments and the allocation of resources for drug prevention and education programs. Preliminary results of students in years 7 to 8 are very positive. 75% of students have noted that their parents have talked to them about the importance of not using drugs and alcohol. 57% of students who do not use drugs identify their parents as having the most influence on students choosing to remain drug-free. Even though the majority of students (58%) indicated they had been taught about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs in school, many students (67%) felt there should be more educational classes about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. While the overall regular drug use is low in this age group12% of students in years 7 to 8 have used alcohol in the past 30 days. Notable findings within this age group indicate that alcohol use is significant compared to other drugs such as tobacco and marijuana. Of those students who consumed alcohol, parents are the main source of alcohol for this age group. Preliminary results of students in years 9 to 12 show a steady increase in the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and other drugs. High alcohol use among this age group is of concern as the results show 86 percent of students had used alcohol in their lifetime ranking alcohol as the number one drug of choice for teens. In regards to marijuana, 43 percent of students in years 9-12 reported having used marijuana in their lifetime in comparison to 5 percent of students who indicated daily use. In addition, student attitudes towards the risks associated with marijuana use varied. Half of the students felt there were very minimal to no risks associated with trying marijuana once or twice but do believe there is increased risk with smoking marijuana regularly. This may explain why student lifetime use is high among this age group compared to daily use. The use of electronic cigarettes is on a steady increase compared to regular cigarettes use which is showing a decrease. The top three drugs of choice among year’s 9-12 students are alcohol, e-cigarettes and marijuana respectively. These results are only a snapshot of the overall data findings of the 2016 CISDUS. We are currently disseminating the preliminary results to our stakeholders, school administrators, parents, students and the general public through a series of presentations. For our students, we have created a more infographic presentation which we hope will promote added awareness to all students. A more comprehensive report detailing the overall findings of the 2016 CISDUS is to follow within the next two months. It is remarkable that the great majority of parents are taking the time to talk to their children about the risk of using drugs; students have clear rules about alcohol, cigarettes and other drugs. Students are exposed to environments where they see that drugs are sold, have members in their families that deal with drugs and have family members with alcohol/drug problems. Communication and information will reduce the risk that children intent to try any substance. Schools were recognized as safe environments for the students. A significant percentage reported that like their school as well as schools are taking the time to present information to the students, through education programmes offered to students, teachers and parents by the National Drug Council. For information regarding the preliminary 2016 CISDUS results and briefs please contact the National Drug Council at 949-9000 or email: info@ndc.ky or visit us at www.ndc.ky.
The Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS) 2016 – CYCLE 8, Fieldwork Assistants Required
Over the past 16 years the National Drug Council (NDC) has conducted the Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey (CISDUS). The NDC is preparing to conduct Cycle Eight (8) of the CISDUS scheduled to take place from February 29th through March 17, 2016. The Cayman Islands Student Drug Survey (CISDUS) is an ongoing study of the behaviours, attitudes and values of high school students. These studies describe the extent and patterns of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs used among students in grades 7 to 12/13 across the Islands and contribute to a better understanding of both current and changing rates of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse. Information about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs of abuse as well as prevalence rates is usually gathered through epidemiological surveys, as the Cayman Islands Student Drug Use Survey. Are you interested and able to volunteer? Community involvement is essential in the administration of this survey and we are in need of fieldwork assistants. Ideally, we require approximately 80 fieldwork assistants to enable us to collect the data efficiently and in accordance with best practices. Training will be provided for all volunteers. Individuals interested will be required to volunteer approximately 1 ½ hours during the weeks of February 29th through March 17th, 2016. Please contact us on info@ndc.ky or call 949-9000 for further information on the dates and times of training sessions.