Dynamic Associations Between Anxiety Symptoms and Drinking Behavior From Early Adolescence to Young Adulthood

Research is inconclusive with respect to the possible risk-increasing effect of anxiety symptoms on heavy drinking behavior among adolescents and young adults. Adult role transitions and changes in the social context from early adolescence into young adulthood may impact the association between anxiety symptoms and alcohol use.

Source: Journal of Adolescent Health - February 28, 2024 Category: Child Development Authors: Margot Peeters, Katrina Prior, Elske Salemink, Matthew Sunderland, Gonneke Stevens, Tineke Oldehinkel, Lexine Stapinski Tags: Original article Source Type: research