Psychology

Emerging adulthood: Developmental period facilitative of the addictions

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Following adolescence and prior to young adulthood is a life developmental period that has been referred to as "emerging adulthood." This period of life involves an extended duration of learning and experimentation before settling into a career and stable relationship. Risky behaviors may be most tolerated or even promoted during emerging adulthood. Various substance and behavioral addictions are most likely to be realized during this period. Understanding what differentiates emerging adults that develop or do not develop full-blown addictions will assist in the creation of more efficacious prevention and cessation programs. © The Author(s) 2014.

Publication Title

Evaluation and the Health Professions

Publication Date

2014

Volume

37

Issue

2

First Page

147

Last Page

155

ISSN

0163-2787

DOI

10.1177/0163278714521812

Keywords

addictions, emerging adulthood, substance misuse

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