Describe the two most common periods of vulnerability for the development of substance abuse and the potential outcome of substance abuse during those periods
What will be an ideal response?
• First period of vulnerability – early adolescence
• Second period of vulnerability – transition to young adulthood
• Early adolescence substance use usually involves immediate negative consequences; more impact on developmental tasks related to the healthy view of self and identity; predicts later substance use with more significant impact on personal and social issues
• Both are associated with increased risk for comorbid psychological disorders and suicidality
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