Parental alcohol use and self-reported health among Swedish adolescents aged 10-18 years

ConclusionsThe study showed that children living with heavy drinking parents were more likely to report adverse health. Implementing policies that aim to protect these children may be beneficial.Key messagesChildren living with heavy drinking parents were more likely to report psychological complaints, somatic complaints, and perceived stress.Living with heavy drinking parents may affect children ’s health negatively, and measures to mitigate the harms these children experience ought to be considered.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research