Even “moderate” alcohol use is associated with increased harms: Study

Teens and young adults are vulnerable to many harms of alcohol use, and although it may take years for dependence to develop, it often starts early. In addition, harms include injuries and other adverse effects from even low‐level use. But when governments issue guidance for risk, teens like others are likely to choose the “easiest way out,” which is often “if they don't have a limit, no limit…”

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The Brown University Child and Adolescent Behavior Letter
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2026-07-24
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https://doi.org/10.1002/cbl.30968
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Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
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Even “moderate” alcohol use is associated with increased harms: Study

Alison Knopf
The Brown University Child and Adolescent Behavior Letter
Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
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Even “moderate” alcohol use is associated with increased harms: Study

Alison Knopf
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Abstract

Teens and young adults are vulnerable to many harms of alcohol use, and although it may take years for dependence to develop, it often starts early. In addition, harms include injuries and other adverse effects from even low‐level use. But when governments issue guidance for risk, teens like others are likely to choose the “easiest way out,” which is often “if they don't have a limit, no limit…”

The Brown University Child and Adolescent Behavior LetterVol. 42(8)
Openalex Percentile: Top 9%
Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
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