Nitrous oxide (N2O), colloquially known as “laughing gas”, is a dissociative anaesthetic that has become increasingly popular among young people as a recreational drug. Social media and messaging platforms have made N2O more accessible. As avid users of social media, young people are well-positioned to contribute to the development of digitalised harm reduction resources. This study draws on...
_INTRODUCTION. _This exploratory study investigated the experiences and perceptions of young people who use N2O recreationally. This is the first qualitative research conducted in Australia with young people investigating this topic in detail. The aim of this study was to explore young people's perceptions, motives, and experiences of N2O use by exploring the positive and negative effects of...