Predictors of polydrug use among four ethnic groups: A 12-year longitudinal study

Article Abstract:

Adolescent risk and protective constructs linked to adult polydrug use were examined among four ethnic groups. Teenage polydrug use was a major predictor of adult polydrug use for Caucasians, Latinos and African-Americans. Early parent support predicted less adult polydrug use for Caucasians, and for Latinos, general social conformity and low liberalism reduced cigarette use as an adult.

Ethnic groups

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Psychosocial predictors of current drug use, drug problems, and physical drug dependence in homeless women

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Risk and protective factors linked with drug use constructs were examined in a sample of homeless women. Current drug use was predicted by more negative social support, depression and less positive coping. Results emphasize the importance of researching both positive and negative dimensions of psychosocial functioning.

Compulsive behavior, Homeless women

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Childhood adversity and poor mothering: Consequences of polydrug abuse use as a moderator

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The relationship between childhood adversity factors and future parenting practices is examined through an analysis of the moderating effects of polydrug problems. Results revealed that mothers who had parents with alcohol and drug-related problems were more likely to become poor parents.

United States, Science & research, Influence, Parent and child, Parent-child relations

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