Correlates of Alcohol Consumption and Drug Injection among Homeless Youth: A Case Study in the Southeast of Iran.

Background: Alcohol use and drug injection are prevalent among homeless youths. The aim of this study was to identify the associated factors of alcohol consumption and drug injection among homeless youths aged 18-29 years.

Methods: Data on 202 homeless youths (111 males and 91 females) were collected using a standardized questionnaire and face-to-face interview.