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Currently accepted at: JMIR Formative Research

Date Submitted: May 7, 2026
Open Peer Review Period: May 8, 2026 - Jul 3, 2026
Date Accepted: Sep 14, 2026
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This paper has been accepted and is currently in production.

It will appear shortly on 10.2196/100667

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Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence for Substance-related information among Young Adults (18-29) in the US: A Cross-sectional Survey.

  • Mireia Triguero Roura; 
  • Pia M Mauro

ABSTRACT

The rapid expansion of AI use among youth highlights the need to understand its role in substance-related information seeking. Findings indicate high prevalence of use for substance-related purposes, particularly for seeking information on risks and consequences. AI’s known limitations in accuracy, combined with high trust in outputs underscore the significant potential public health impact of AI-generated information.  


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Please cite as:

Triguero Roura M, Mauro PM

Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence for Substance-related information among Young Adults (18-29) in the US: A Cross-sectional Survey.

JMIR Formative Research. 14/09/2026:100667 (forthcoming/in press)

DOI: 10.2196/100667

URL: https://preprints.jmir.org/preprint/100667

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