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Girls' Gambling and Substance Use Surges in Cyprus

6/5/2025

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A recent survey in Cyprus uncovered alarming trends: girls aged 15-16 are engaging in higher levels of gambling, alcohol use, and synthetic drug consumption compared to boys, while their mental well-being lags behind. With data from over 113,000 students across Europe, these findings aim to shape effective health policies and intervention strategies for youth.

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Story summary

A recent survey in Cyprus uncovered alarming trends: girls aged 15-16 are engaging in higher levels of gambling, alcohol use, and synthetic drug consumption compared to boys, while their mental well-being lags behind. With data from over 113,000 students across Europe, these findings aim to shape effective health policies and intervention strategies for youth.