Nicotine Dependence in Adolescence and Physical Health Symptoms in Early Adulthood

Conclusions: There is continuity of health status over time. ND, depression, and parental factors in adolescence contribute to poor health in early adulthood. The findings highlight not only the role of adolescent behavior, but the importance of the family in the development of young adult health. Reducing smoking, particularly ND, and depression among adolescents and parents will decrease physical health burden.

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Source: Nicotine and Tobacco Research - April 8, 2016 Category: Addiction Authors: Griesler, P. C., Hu, M.-C., Kandel, D. B. Tags: Original Investigation Source Type: research