Tag: late adolescence

Allowing children to sip and taste alcohol leads to increased drinking during late adolescence and young adulthood

sarah JonasFeature

Despite evidence that allowing children to try alcohol with parental supervision can increase risk for later drinking, many parents continue to do so in the belief that their children are more likely to develop responsible drinking habits.

Shared Genetic Factors Influence Risk for Both Disordered Eating and Alcohol Use in Late Adolescence

sarah JonasResearch Results

Certain genetic influences contribute to disordered eating and problematic alcohol use, leaving some people vulnerable to both conditions, according to a large study of late adolescent twins. Previous research has found concurrent eating disorders and risky drinking in younger teens amplify the chance of worse outcomes, including death.