Alcohol and marijuana use in relation to adolescent stress.
This study was aimed at investigating the role of alcohol and drug use in relation to emotional self-regulation in 15- and 18-year-old adolescents. It was found that the stronger this link, the heavier the use of alcohol and marijuana. The findings suggest that the experience of strained social relationships and a heightened sense of powerlessness/helplessness may induce adolescents to rely more heavily on substance use as a means of emotional self-regulation which requires little effort and ability, promises instant effects, and provides a sense of control.
D000293:Adolescent; D000428:Alcohol Drinking; D002188:Cannabis; D004644:Emotions; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007406:Interview, Psychological; D008297:Male; D000297:Psychology, Adolescent; D013315:Stress, Psychological; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000523:psychology; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires