Previous studies point to the transition state from adolescence to young adulthood being critical for co-occurring substance use. Problematic substance use has also been shown to emerge during this time. …
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Alcohol and marijuana are the two most commonly used substances among young adults. With simultaneous alcohol and marijuana (SAM) use becoming common, it puts young adults at higher risks for …
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Research has shown alcohol and marijuana use in young adults is associated with tobacco use. Research has also shown tobacco use is more common in those with risk factors such …
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While alcohol use in young adulthood may help with identity exploration, autonomy development, and the achievement of social goals, it is related to many negative outcomes. Previous literature shows neighborhood-level …
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Opioid misuse and related deaths have increased over the previous decade making it essential to know factors that may influence opioid misuse among young adults. An at-risk subpopulation for misuse …
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Previous research has pointed to young adults exhibiting peak lifetime levels of substance use; primarily alcohol and marijuana. Research has also shown that simultaneous alcohol and marijuana (SAM) may lead …
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“Alcohol-induced blackout” is caused by drinking too much alcohol too quickly and can cause some or full memory loss for a short period of time. A better understanding of these …
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Heated tobacco products (HTPs) have become increasingly popular among the young adult population. Young adults may be more familiar with HTPs if they use multiple tobacco products or if they …
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Risky drinking in young adults puts them at higher risk for violence, sexually transmitted diseases, partner risk characteristics, mortality, and injury. Previous studies have looked at relationships between neighborhood health …
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Cannabis is one of the most commonly used psychoactive drug with animal studies showing females are more sensitive to effects than males. Human studies have shown mixed results including women …
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