Concern over ‘risky’ sexual behaviour of ecstasy users
The conference, hosted by Trinity College's addiction research unit, will also hear criticism of successive Government policy on drug and alcohol use, with claims it relies too much on the law to deal with the public health issues Criminologist and drugs expert Dr Karen McElrath, of Queen's University, Belfast, will present her in-depth study of ecstasy users and their lifestyles at the conference.
While 2.4% of 15-64 year olds admit recent use, the percentage of younger people taking the drug on a regular basis is much higher.
