AUDIT and AUDIT-C as screening instruments for alcohol problem use in adolescents

Alcohol is commonly consumed by adolescents in Western countries even though protective age restrictions are enforced. The use of alcohol increases during adolescence and usually progresses from experimentation to regular use (Costello et al., 2007; Masten et al., 2008). Exposure to alcohol may disturb complex biological (brain), psychological (cognitions and emotions) and normal social development in adolescents and young adults. Adverse short-term and long-term effects of alcohol differ according to age and developmental level (Zeigler et al., 2005; Masten et al., 2008).
Source: Drug and Alcohol Dependence - Category: Addiction Authors: Tags: Full length article Source Type: research