Concept information
Preferred term
substance use and abuse across the life span
Definition
- Substance abuse is a diverse and widespread societal problem. Experimentation often begins as early as the sixth grade (Simons-Morton, Haynie, Crump, Eitel, & Saylor, 2001) and can extend even into old age (Patterson & Jeste, 1999). [Source: Encyclopedia of Applied Developmental Science; Substance Use and Abuse Across the Life Span]
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/substance_use_and_abuse_across_the_life_span
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