2007 National drug strategy household survey: detailed findings
On 18 December 2008, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) published a report which presents detailed findings on the prevalence of drug use, drug-related behaviour and incidents, and support for drug-related policy and legislation in Australia.
Amongst the survey’s results, the following key findings emerge:
- Of 17.2 million Australians, one in six smokes daily, a decline from one in four in 1993;
- The proportion of the Australian population using illicit drugs continues to decline with approximately one in seven (13.4%) saying they used at least one illicit drug in 2007;
- The majority of Australians support policies aimed at reducing the acceptance and use of drugs and the harmful consequences of drug use;
- There is very little support for the legalisation of illicit drugs. The most favoured single action for someone found in possession of illicit drugs is referral for treatment or education.
2007 National drug strategy household survey: detailed findings
