Open AccessThe Impact of Genes on Adolescent Substance Use: a Developmental Perspective
Author(s) -
Elisa M. Trucco,
Brigitte Madan,
Michelle G Villar
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
current addiction reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.988
H-Index - 26
ISSN - 2196-2952
DOI - 10.1007/s40429-019-00273-z
Subject(s) - perspective (graphical) , psychology , substance use , developmental psychology , clinical psychology , artificial intelligence , computer science
This review discusses the importance of understanding the impact of genetic factors on adolescent substance use within a developmental framework. Methods for identifying genetic factors, relevant endophenotypes and intermediate phenotypes, and gene-environment interplay effects will be reviewed.