Trait impulsivity during early adolescence predicts steepness of alcohol use escalation across adolescence

摘要

Background and aims: Alcohol use during adolescence is a significant public health concern with serious implications. Both early initiation and rate of escalation of alcohol use during adolescence forecast long-term alcohol-related difficulties and alcohol use disorders (AUDs), underscoring the need to understand psychological factors that contribute to these risk behaviors. One factor that contributes to alcohol use during adolescence is trait impulsivity. The purpose of the present prospective study was to examine associations between trait impulsivity and changes in alcohol use from early adolescence through late adolescence.