Family Influences Related to Adult Substance Use and Mental Health Problems | Journal of Adolescent Health

This 2012 study from the Journal of Adolescent Health investigated measures of family conflict, family management, and family involvement at ages 10–12, 13–14, and 15–18 years as predictors of adult depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder symptoms classes at age 27. The objective was to assess the relative influence on adult outcomes of each family predictor measured similarly at different points in adolescent development. The results found that it is important to lessen family conflict and improve family management to prevent later mental health and substance use problems in adulthood.

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