On monitoring of population mortality related to the use of psychoactive substances

Abstract

Aim. The work aims to analyze the use of mortality rates in long-term projects and programs, in particular in the field of public health and prevention of socio-demographic problems associated with the use of psychoactive substances (tobacco, nicotine-containing products, alcohol, and drugs).Methods. The analysis of regulations, statistical documents, and scientific literature.Results. The use of mortality rates in long-term projects and programs, in particular in the field of public health and prevention of socio-demographic problems associated with the use of psychoactive substances was analyzed.Conclusion. Some indicators reflecting substance use-related mortality are legitimately used as targets and estimates for long-term public health and prevention. It allows assessing the effectiveness of the adopted comprehensive measures and serves as vector «markers» of global demographics.