Substance Use and Obesity Trajectories in African Americans Entering Adulthood
ConclusionsThe transition to adulthood is a vulnerable period for many African Americans. Given the commonalities of substance use and obesity in their rewarding/stress-relieving properties, similar prevention efforts may help stem the rise of both in these youth.
Source: American Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research
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