Tara Elton-Marshall
Biographic Data
| ID | 5513588 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Tara Elton-Marshall |
| GIVEN NAMES | Tara |
| FAMILY NAME | Elton-Marshall |
| SIGNATURE | ELTON-MARSHALL T |
| AFFILIATIONS | Centre for Addiction and Mental Health |
| VERIFIED | No |
| TOTAL WORKS | 39 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 2 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 39 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2010 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Longitudinal studies of neighbourhood social cohesion and mental health: A systematic review with meta-analysis
OBJECTIVES: This review aimed to examine how neighbourhood social cohesion has been defined and operationalized in longitudinal mental health research, and determine its associations with depression, anxiety, suicidality, psychological distress, and positive mental health across the lifecourse. METHODS: Relevant articles were identified on February 6, 2024, in Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Web of Science. Eligible studies used quantitati…
The short-term impacts of the decriminalization of personal possession of select illegal drugs on drug possession criminal incidents and criminal cases in British Columbia, Canada (2013 to 2023)
Socio-economic factors associated with alcohol and cannabis use across waves of the Covid-19 pandemic: An intersectional analysis of a repeated cross-sectional survey
Associations between SES and substance use differ by gender, race and age. To reduce health disparities, public health interventions should account for these interactions
The Association of Frequency of Worry About Financial Debt With Substance Use Among Adults in Ontario, Canada
BACKGROUND: Financial debt and associated stress might increase the risk of substance use problems or exacerbate existing ones. Little evidence is available about the degree of debt stress and its association with substance use. The objective of this study was to examine the associations of the frequency of worry about debt with heavy episodic drinking (HED), daily smoking, e-cigarette use, and cannabis use in the past 30 days. METHODS: Data were…
The effect of non-medical cannabis retailer proximity on use of mental health services for psychotic disorders in Ontario, Canada
BACKGROUND: Cannabis is associated with the onset and persistence of psychotic disorders. Evidence suggests that accessibility of substances is associated with an increased risk of use-related harms. We sought to examine the effect of residing in proximity to non-medical cannabis retailers on the prevalence of health service use for psychosis. METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional study using linked health administrative data, and used geospati…
Do sociodemographic risk profiles for adolescents engaging in weekly e-cigarette, cigarette, and dual product use differ
This study used a novel modelling approach (CART) to identify combinations of sociodemographic characteristics that profile high-risk groups for exclusive e-cigarette and dual-product use. Unique risk profiles were identified, suggesting that e-cigarettes are attracting new demographics of adolescents who have not previously been considered as high-risk for traditional cigarette use
Impact of non-medical cannabis legalization with market restrictions on health service use and incident cases of psychotic disorder in Ontario, Canada
Changes in household debt due to Covid-19 and mental health concerns among adults in Ontario, Canada
BACKGROUND: Canadian households experienced unexpected changes in their economic well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic. The extent of the impact of the pandemic on household debt and its effect on health and mental health remains unknown. AIM: The aim of the study was to examine the associations of change in household debt due to COVID-19 with serious psychological distress (SPD) and general health measures. METHODS: Data were from the 2020 Mon…
Overpoliced and Underrepresented: Perspectives on Cannabis Legalization From Members of Racialized Communities in Canada
Historically, overpolicing of some racialized and Indigenous groups in Canada has resulted in unequal application of drug laws contributing to disproportionate rates of charges and convictions in these populations. Criminal records severely and negatively impact an individual’s life and can perpetuate cycles of poverty and socioeconomic disadvantage. On October 17, 2018, Canada legalized cannabis production, distribution, sale, and possession for…
Exploring the Association of e-Cigarette and/or Cannabis Use with Heavy Episodic Drinking among Ontario Adults
Background: The use of electronic cigarettes and cannabis has significantly increased in recent years, which raises public health concerns. There are also concerns about the association of these substances with drinking behaviors. The main objective of the present study is to examine the association of e-cigarettes and/or cannabis use with heavy episodic drinking (HED) among Ontario adults. Methods: The sample consisted of 5,564 adults from the M…
Alcohol and cannabis use during the Covid-19 pandemic among transgender, gender-diverse, and cisgender adults in Canada
Increased alcohol and cannabis use among TGD populations compared to before the pandemic may lead to increased health disparities. Accordingly, programs targeting the specific needs of TGD individuals should be prioritized
Loneliness in the Covid-19 pandemic: Associations with age, gender and their interaction
Paving the Way for Outdoor Play: Examining Socio-Environmental Barriers to Community-Based Outdoor Play
Outdoor play and independent, neighborhood activity, both linked with healthy childhood development, have declined dramatically among Western children in recent decades. This study examines how social, cultural and environmental factors may be hindering children's outdoor and community-based play. A comprehensive survey was completed by 826 children (aged 10-13 years) and their parents from 12 schools (four each urban, suburban and rural) from a …
A qualitative examination of substance use service needs among people who use drugs (PWUD) with treatment and service experience in Ontario, Canada
This study identified PWUD' needs in relation to substance use service provision in Ontario, Canada, and highlighted important areas for policy change and program planning and implementation. Concrete recommendations include the development of a government-funded, low-barrier, comprehensive and integrated service delivery and referral models that include PWUD as collaborators and program facilitators to ensure that services are as accessible, eff…
Take-home naloxone programs for suspected opioid overdose in community settings: A scoping umbrella review
Several recent systematic reviews address the effectiveness of take-home naloxone programs, naloxone dosing/route of administration, and naloxone provision models. Gaps remain in the evidence around evaluating cost-effectiveness, training parameters and strategies, and adverse events following naloxone administration. As THN programs continue to expand in response to opioid overdose deaths, this review will contribute to understanding the evidenc…
Changes in substance supply and use characteristics among people who use drugs (PWUD) during the Covid-19 global pandemic: A national qualitative assessment in Canada
This study demonstrated the impacts of COVID-19 on PWUD, including a significant disruption substance supply. For many, these changes led to increased use and substitution for toxic and adulterated substances, which ultimately amplified PWUD's risk for experiencing related harms, including overdoses. These findings warrant the need for improved supports and services, as well as accessibility of safe supply programs, take home naloxone kits, and n…
Household- and employment-related risk factors for depressive symptoms during the Covid-19 pandemic
Associations of antidepressant use with alcohol use and problem drinking: Ontario population data from 1999 to 2017
Routes of cannabis administration among adolescents during criminal prohibition of cannabis in Canada
This report assesses sociodemographic correlates of cannabis routes of administration (ROAs) among adolescents in 2017, one year prior to legalization of cannabis in Canada. We analyze a subsample of 809 students (Grades 9–12) from the Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey (OSDUHS) who used cannabis in the previous year. Pipes/bongs/waterpipes (81.8%) are the most prevalent ROA, followed by joints (73.8%) and edibles (42%). Approximately 70%…
Perceptions of Harmfulness of Heated Tobacco Products Compared to Combustible Cigarettes among Adult Smokers in Japan: Findings from the 2018 ITC Japan Survey
In Japan, the tobacco industry promotes heated tobacco products (HTPs) as a reduced-risk tobacco product. This study examines: (1) smokers' harm perceptions of HTPs relative to combustible cigarettes; (2) differences in relative harm perceptions between exclusive smokers and smokers who use HTPs (concurrent users) and between concurrent users based on frequency of product use; and (3) if smokers who were exposed to HTP advertising hold beliefs th…
Small communities, large oversight’: The impact of recent legislative changes concerning supervised consumption services on small communities in Ontario, Canada
Medical marijuana. What can we learn from the experiences in Canada, Germany and Thailand
Correlates of Transitions in Tobacco Product Use by U.S. Adult Tobacco Users between 2013–2014 and 2014–2015: Findings from the Path Study Wave 1 and Wave 2
More than half of adult tobacco users in the United States (U.S.) transitioned in tobacco product use between 2013−2014 and 2014−2015. We examine how characteristics of adult tobacco users in the U.S. relate to transitions in tobacco product use. Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study data were analyzed from 12,862 adult current tobacco users who participated in Wave 1 (W1, 2013−2014) and Wave 2 (W2, 2014−2015). Three types of t…
Transitions in Tobacco Product Use by U.S. Adults between 2013–2014 and 2014–2015: Findings from the Path Study Wave 1 and Wave 2
In 2013−2014, nearly 28% of adults in the United States (U.S.) were current tobacco users with cigarettes the most common product used and with nearly 40% of tobacco users using two or more tobacco products. We describe overall change in prevalence of tobacco product use and within-person transitions in tobacco product use in the U.S. between 2013−2014 and 2014−2015 for young adults (18−24 years) and older adults (25+ years). Data from Wave 1 (W1…
Impact of China National Tobacco Company’s ‘Premiumization’ Strategy: Longitudinal findings from the ITC China Surveys (2006–2015)
Our findings demonstrate that the rising trend in Chinese smokers' choice of 'less harmful', 'higher quality' and 'affordable' cigarettes, particularly PBCs, is likely due to CNTC's aggressive marketing strategies. Strong tobacco control policies that prohibit CNTC's marketing activities are critical in order to dispel erroneous beliefs that sustain continued smoking in China, where the global tobacco epidemic is exerting its greatest toll
Overpoliced and Underrepresented: Perspectives on Cannabis Legalization From Members of Racialized Communities in Canada
Historically, overpolicing of some racialized and Indigenous groups in Canada has resulted in unequal application of drug laws contributing to disproportionate rates of charges and convictions in these populations. Criminal records severely and negatively impact an individual’s life and can perpetuate cycles of poverty and socioeconomic disadvantage. On October 17, 2018, Canada legalized cannabis production, distribution, sale, and possession for…
Understanding the impact of the Smoke-Free Ontario Act on hospitality establishments' outdoor environments: A survey of restaurants and bars
The SFOA resulted in greater protection from outdoor secondhand smoke; however, most patios still permitted smoking. Half of the venues that complied with the SFOA by going smoke-free did so involuntarily because of structural and/or financial limitations. The majority of venue operators preferred to permit smoking on their patios, and only made their patios smoke-free when they were required to do so by law
Quitting smoking in China: Findings from the ITC China Survey
These findings demonstrate the need to: (1) increase awareness of the dangers of smoking; (2) provide cessation support for smokers; (3) have physicians encourage smokers to quit; (4) denormalise tobacco use so that smokers feel pressured to quit; (5) implement smoke-free laws to encourage quitting; (6) develop stronger warning labels about the specific dangers of smoking and provide resources for obtaining further cessation assistance; and (7) i…
Use of less expensive cigarettes in six cities in China: Findings from the International Tobacco Control (ITC) China Survey
Measures need to be taken to minimise the price differential among cigarette brands and to increase smokers' health knowledge, which may in turn increase their intentions to quit
Cigarettes sold in China: Design, emissions and metals
Results suggest that cigarettes in China increasingly resemble those sold in Western countries, but with tobacco containing higher levels of heavy metals. As CNTC looks to export its product around the world, independent surveillance of tobacco product characteristics, including tobacco blend characteristics, will become increasingly important
Individual-level factors associated with intentions to quit smoking among adult smokers in six cities of China: Findings from the ITC China Survey
The determinants of quit intentions among smokers in China are fairly similar to those found among smokers in Western countries, despite the fact that interest in quitting is considerably lower among Chinese smokers. Identifying the determinants of quit intentions provides possibilities for shaping effective policies and programs for increasing quitting among smokers in China
Socioeconomic Differences in the Effectiveness of the Removal of the “Light” Descriptor on Cigarette Packs: Findings from the International Tobacco Control (ITC) Thailand Survey
Many smokers incorrectly believe that "light" cigarettes are less harmful than regular cigarettes. To address this problem, many countries have banned "light" or "mild" brand descriptors on cigarette packs. Our objective was to assess whether beliefs about "light" cigarettes changed following the 2007 removal of these brand descriptors in Thailand and, if a change occurred, the extent to which it differed by socioeconomic status. Data were from w…
Cigar, Cigarillo, and Little Cigar Use among Canadian Youth: Are We Underestimating the Magnitude of This Problem
Changes in Tobacco Use, Susceptibility to Future Smoking, and Quit Attempts among Canadian Youth over Time: A Comparison of Off-Reserve Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal Youth
The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a growing inequity in tobacco use, susceptibility to future smoking, and quit attempts among Off-Reserve Aboriginal (ORA) youth in Canada relative to Non-Aboriginal youth. Current smoking, susceptibility to future smoking and quit attempts were examined among a nationally representative sample of ORA and Non-Aboriginal Canadian youth. Data are from cross-sectional surveys of 88,661 respo…
Factors associated with active commuting among a nationally representative sample of Canadian youth
The importance of the belief that “light” cigarettes are smoother in misperceptions of the harmfulness of “light” cigarettes in the Republic of Korea: A nationally representative cohort study
The strong association between the belief that "light" cigarettes are smoother on the throat and chest and the belief that "light" cigarettes are less harmful, which is consistent with previous research, provides further evidence of the need to not only ban "light" descriptors, but also prohibit cigarette design and packaging features that contribute to the perception of smoothness
The lower effectiveness of text-only health warnings in China compared to pictorial warnings in Malaysia: Findings from the ITC project
The delay in implementing pictorial health warnings in China constitutes a lost opportunity for increasing knowledge and awareness of the harms of cigarettes, and for motivating smokers to quit
An examination of internet and land-based gambling among adolescents in three Canadian provinces: Results from the youth gambling survey (YGS)
Despite restrictions on online gambling at the time of the study, adolescents were engaging in online gambling at a significantly higher rate than has been previously found. Adolescents were also using technology such as video games to gamble and free online gambling simulations
Mentoring Relationships and the Mental Health of Aboriginal Youth in Canada
Noticing cigarette health warnings and support for new health warnings among non-smokers in China: Findings from the International Tobacco Control project (ITC) China survey
The findings indicate that the Chinese HWLs are noticed by a minority of non-smokers and that non-smokers strongly support strengthening the Chinese warning labels with more health information and pictures. Additionally, because the HWLs are noticed more often by non-smokers with a smoking spouse/partner, HWLs could be used to communicate the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke exposure to non-smokers
Correlates of Transitions in Tobacco Product Use by U.S. Adult Tobacco Users between 2013–2014 and 2014–2015: Findings from the Path Study Wave 1 and Wave 2
More than half of adult tobacco users in the United States (U.S.) transitioned in tobacco product use between 2013−2014 and 2014−2015. We examine how characteristics of adult tobacco users in the U.S. relate to transitions in tobacco product use. Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) Study data were analyzed from 12,862 adult current tobacco users who participated in Wave 1 (W1, 2013−2014) and Wave 2 (W2, 2014−2015). Three types of t…
Transitions in Tobacco Product Use by U.S. Adults between 2013–2014 and 2014–2015: Findings from the Path Study Wave 1 and Wave 2
In 2013−2014, nearly 28% of adults in the United States (U.S.) were current tobacco users with cigarettes the most common product used and with nearly 40% of tobacco users using two or more tobacco products. We describe overall change in prevalence of tobacco product use and within-person transitions in tobacco product use in the U.S. between 2013−2014 and 2014−2015 for young adults (18−24 years) and older adults (25+ years). Data from Wave 1 (W1…
Impact of China National Tobacco Company’s ‘Premiumization’ Strategy: Longitudinal findings from the ITC China Surveys (2006–2015)
Our findings demonstrate that the rising trend in Chinese smokers' choice of 'less harmful', 'higher quality' and 'affordable' cigarettes, particularly PBCs, is likely due to CNTC's aggressive marketing strategies. Strong tobacco control policies that prohibit CNTC's marketing activities are critical in order to dispel erroneous beliefs that sustain continued smoking in China, where the global tobacco epidemic is exerting its greatest toll
Medical marijuana. What can we learn from the experiences in Canada, Germany and Thailand
Routes of cannabis administration among adolescents during criminal prohibition of cannabis in Canada
This report assesses sociodemographic correlates of cannabis routes of administration (ROAs) among adolescents in 2017, one year prior to legalization of cannabis in Canada. We analyze a subsample of 809 students (Grades 9–12) from the Ontario Student Drug Use and Health Survey (OSDUHS) who used cannabis in the previous year. Pipes/bongs/waterpipes (81.8%) are the most prevalent ROA, followed by joints (73.8%) and edibles (42%). Approximately 70%…
Perceptions of Harmfulness of Heated Tobacco Products Compared to Combustible Cigarettes among Adult Smokers in Japan: Findings from the 2018 ITC Japan Survey
In Japan, the tobacco industry promotes heated tobacco products (HTPs) as a reduced-risk tobacco product. This study examines: (1) smokers' harm perceptions of HTPs relative to combustible cigarettes; (2) differences in relative harm perceptions between exclusive smokers and smokers who use HTPs (concurrent users) and between concurrent users based on frequency of product use; and (3) if smokers who were exposed to HTP advertising hold beliefs th…
Small communities, large oversight’: The impact of recent legislative changes concerning supervised consumption services on small communities in Ontario, Canada
Loneliness in the Covid-19 pandemic: Associations with age, gender and their interaction
Paving the Way for Outdoor Play: Examining Socio-Environmental Barriers to Community-Based Outdoor Play
Outdoor play and independent, neighborhood activity, both linked with healthy childhood development, have declined dramatically among Western children in recent decades. This study examines how social, cultural and environmental factors may be hindering children's outdoor and community-based play. A comprehensive survey was completed by 826 children (aged 10-13 years) and their parents from 12 schools (four each urban, suburban and rural) from a …
A qualitative examination of substance use service needs among people who use drugs (PWUD) with treatment and service experience in Ontario, Canada
This study identified PWUD' needs in relation to substance use service provision in Ontario, Canada, and highlighted important areas for policy change and program planning and implementation. Concrete recommendations include the development of a government-funded, low-barrier, comprehensive and integrated service delivery and referral models that include PWUD as collaborators and program facilitators to ensure that services are as accessible, eff…
Take-home naloxone programs for suspected opioid overdose in community settings: A scoping umbrella review
Several recent systematic reviews address the effectiveness of take-home naloxone programs, naloxone dosing/route of administration, and naloxone provision models. Gaps remain in the evidence around evaluating cost-effectiveness, training parameters and strategies, and adverse events following naloxone administration. As THN programs continue to expand in response to opioid overdose deaths, this review will contribute to understanding the evidenc…
Medicine (34 works) · Environmental health (27 works) · Public health (18 works) · Psychology (17 works) · Smoking Behavior and Cessation (16 works) · Psychiatry (15 works) · Demography (12 works) · Business (10 works) · Geography (10 works) · Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes (10 works)