adolescents
The process of becoming addicted often begins early on, during a person’s adolescence. It’s important to recognize the early signs of alcohol and drug abuse as a way to prevent future addiction.
Posted under Cigarette Addiction
Genetic Variations Influence Risk of Nicotine Addiction in Adolescence and Adulthood
A new study adds to the growing body of evidence that risk factors for addiction change over time. Many studies focus on the risk factors for addiction in adolescence, because this phase of life is associated with the highest risk of addiction. Addiction risks in adolescence include pleasure-seeking, loss of inhibition, and lack of understanding of negative consequences of behavior. Risk factors in adulthood, on the other hand, include stress, anxiety, and depression.
Posted under Cigarette Addiction
Adolescent Smokers Don’t Recognize Early Signs of Addiction
Kids who have just started smoking, but not on a daily basis, don’t seem to recognize the early symptoms of dependence, according to a new study.
Posted under Teens
US Teen Drug Use Survey Released
The federal government’s annual report of kids’ alcohol and drug abuse found that among 46,000 American eighth, 10th, and 12th graders, use of hallucinogens, marijuana, methamphetamines decreased in 2008. But although drug and alcohol use seems to be declining or holding steady, there has been slippage in teen disapproval of such practices and perception of risks, officials warned.
Posted under Teens
Why Adolescents are More Prone to Substance Abuse
In an evaluation for Faculty of 1000 Biology, Neil Grunberg looks into why adolescents are more prone to substance abuse, especially smoking.
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