A measurement model was analyzed to demonstrate a differential distribution and
cumulative exposure to psychosocial risk and protective influences of adolescent drug use …

ABSTRACT A decline in health-promoting behaviors and an upsurge in health risk
behaviors is clearly documented as human age continues to increase. Health risk behaviors …

A family history of substance problems is a well-known risk factor for substance use and use
disorders; however, much of this research has been conducted in studies with …

Objectives: African American youth who use marijuana are less likely to attend and complete
treatment than white youth. Limited information is available on racial and age variation in …

The frequent criticisms of the “gateway hypothesis” have led scholars to note the importance
of considering the role of intra-individual change for drug use progression. While studies …

This chapter reviews the extant literature surrounding adolescent marijuana use and abuse.
Other than alcohol, marijuana is the most prevalent psychoactive substance used by …

This chapter highlights issues in the treatment of addictive disorders in African Americans,
Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans. Cultural competency of …

The present study examines whether the following variables measured in the Spring of 2002
can be used to predict changes in risky behaviors from 2002 to 2004: sensation seeking …

Studies show that, while alcohol use and risky sexual activities increase during emerging
adulthood, college students are more likely to engage in these behaviors than their non …

The transition to adulthood presents young men with a number of challenging tasks as they
negotiate changing relationships and roles, develop increased independence, and navigate …