Ms. Abuka’s research contributions have significantly enriched the field of adolescent behavioral health. Her recent study, “Substance Abuse among Young Adults and the Contributing Factors of Social Media in the United States,” offers a comprehensive analysis of how social media influences substance use behaviors among young adults. This work, which employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, provides crucial insights into the mechanisms through which social media impacts substance use, such as peer pressure, exposure to substance-related content, and targeted advertisements. The study’s findings are instrumental in shaping interventions and policies aimed at mitigating these negative influences.
