Twenty-Four Years of Research on Women’s Drug Use in Latin America: A Scoping Review (2000-2024) by V Sánchez Antelo; C Straw ; V Jeifetz ; J Saavedra ; Ma. PerpétuoNóbrega ISBN 101177/29767342241312486 instant download
Abstract
Aim: To analyze how psychoactive substance (PS) use among Latin American women is addressed between 2000 and
2024, considering theoretical perspectives, dimensions, variables employed, and methodological strategies.
Methods: This scoping review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses
extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines. An intersectional perspective was employed for the analysis. The literature
search included databases such as PubMed and Scielo, covering studies from 2000 to 2024. Eligibility criteria included
empirical studies in Spanish, English, or Portuguese. Five researchers evaluated and extracted data. The information was
organized in tables and figures.
Results: A total of 53 studies were selected out of 556, based on inclusion criteria related to gender, substance use,
and regional context. Brazil and Mexico led the academic production, with most studies published between 2004 and
2024, primarily using quantitative descriptive methods. The studies are grouped into 5 themes: prevalence, sociocultural
aspects, violence and risks, vulnerable groups, and interventions and treatments. Alcohol and tobacco use were the
most studied, followed by marijuana, cocaine, and crack. However, polydrug use and recreational consumption were less
explored, as were the experiences of transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Only 4 studies applied an intersectional
approach, while most analyses were limited to binary gender perspectives.
Discussion: PS use among women reflects complex inequalities tied to gender, race, and class, amplified by structural
violence and socioeconomic barriers. Strengthening regional collaboration, adopting intersectional approaches, and
diversifying study populations are essential for designing inclusive and effective interventions. Research must overcome
current gaps and address underexplored topics like recreational consumption and gender-diverse experiences.
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