Pub Date : 2025-10-29DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108538
Jesse S. Boggis , Thadryan Sweeney , Lisa A. Marsch , Wesley J. Marrero , Kenneth A. Feder , Erika L. Moen
Background
Professional societies recommend that adolescents with opioid use disorder (OUD) receive medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD). This cross-sectional study examined the association between adolescent specialty treatment episodes for OUD with planned MOUD use compared to adults over time.
Methods
We used data on first episodes of specialty treatment for OUD (n = 671,183) from the Treatment Episode Data Set – Admissions, a national database of publicly funded treatment programs in the US Admissions occurred between 1/2017–12/2022. The primary exposure was being adolescent (15–17 years). The main outcome was planned MOUD use, defined as having MOUD in a treatment plan.
Results
Adolescent specialty treatment episodes for OUD were significantly less likely to have planned MOUD use than adults (aOR 0.05, 95% CI, 0.02–0.09). Linear combination tests of the interaction between age group and year confirmed that adolescent episodes were significantly less likely to have planned MOUD use than adults across all years. In 2021 and 2022 this disparity narrowed slightly. In 2021, adolescent episodes had 10% of the adjusted odds of planned MOUD use compared to adults in 2017 (95% CI, 0.07–0.15). In 2022, adolescent episodes had 9% of the adjusted odds of planned MOUD use compared to adults in 2017 (95% CI, 0.06–0.11).
Conclusion
Adolescents entering specialty treatment for OUD had significantly lower odds of planned MOUD use than adults. The relatively smaller difference between adolescents and adults in recent years suggests a potential trend toward greater MOUD access, though future research is needed to understand access barriers.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-27DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108533
Stephanie K. Jones , Rachel Tomko , Nolan Ramer , Bethany J. Wolf
Youth substance use increases risk for developing substance use disorders. Previous work using the longitudinal ABCD Study® found distinct neurocognitive factors contribute to youth tobacco and alcohol initiation. Using data for 7776 ABCD Study® participants, this study expands prior work to examine prospective associations between early neurocognitive factors (general ability, executive function, learning and memory, and visuospatial and mental rotation) at ages 9–10 years (sample enrolled 2016–2018) and cannabis use by ages 13–14 years. We also test whether positive and negative tobacco smoking, alcohol, and cannabis expectancies mediate associations between neurocognitive factors and substance use initiation. Higher performance in general ability was associated with increased risk [OR = 1.23, 95 % CI 1.07–1.42] for cannabis use; positive cannabis expectancies mediated 72.6 % (p-value = 0.003) of the effect [Indirect effect: OR = 1.16, 95 % CI 1.12–1.20] and negative expectancies mediated −10.2 % (p-value = 0.04) of the effect [Indirect effect: OR = 0.98, 95 % CI 0.97–0.99]. Accuracy in visuospatial reasoning was protective [OR = 0.83, 95 % CI 0.73–0.95)] for cannabis use; the effect was not mediated by expectancies. Positive alcohol use expectancy mediated 36.3 % of the association between general ability and early alcohol use [OR = 1.15, 95 % CI 1.05–1.25; Indirect effect: OR = 1.05, 95 % CI 1.03–1.07]. Associations with early tobacco use were independent of tobacco expectancies. Developmentally appropriate expectancy-based interventions lowering positive expectancies and bolstering negative expectancies may be effective for preventing youth cannabis initiation. Interventions lowering positive alcohol expectancies may help prevent youth alcohol use.
青少年药物使用增加了发生药物使用障碍的风险。先前使用纵向ABCD研究®的工作发现,不同的神经认知因素有助于青少年吸烟和饮酒。本研究使用7776名ABCD研究®参与者的数据,扩展了先前的工作,以检查9-10岁(2016-2018年入组的样本)早期神经认知因素(一般能力、执行功能、学习和记忆、视觉空间和心理旋转)与13-14岁大麻使用之间的前瞻性关联。我们还测试了积极和消极的吸烟、饮酒和大麻预期是否介导神经认知因素和物质使用开始之间的关联。一般能力的提高与使用大麻的风险增加相关[OR = 1.23, 95% CI 1.07-1.42];积极的大麻预期介导了72.6% (p值= 0.003)的效应[间接效应:OR = 1.16, 95% CI 1.12-1.20],消极的大麻预期介导了- 10.2% (p值= 0.04)的效应[间接效应:OR = 0.98, 95% CI 0.97-0.99]。使用大麻对视觉空间推理的准确性有保护作用[OR = 0.83, 95% CI 0.73-0.95)];这种效应不受预期的影响。积极的酒精使用预期介导了一般能力与早期酒精使用之间36.3%的关联[OR = 1.15, 95% CI 1.05-1.25;间接效应:OR = 1.05, 95% CI 1.03-1.07]。与早期烟草使用的关联与烟草预期无关。与发展相适应的基于预期的干预措施,降低积极预期和加强消极预期,可能对预防青少年开始吸食大麻有效。降低积极饮酒预期的干预措施可能有助于预防青少年饮酒。
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Pub Date : 2025-10-26DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108534
Jennifer L. Shipley , Shou-Chun Chiang , Ashley N. Linden-Carmichael
Introduction
Patterning of cannabis use behavior is evolving as legalization of recreational use increases across the US, with rates highest among young adults. Modalities (e.g., vaping) for using cannabis are increasing in prevalence. Importantly, certain types (e.g., cannabis concentrates) and modes (e.g., bong use) of cannabis are associated with increased cannabis-related risks. Previous research in young adult samples has predominately used cross-sectional studies, limiting our understanding of within-individual differences in use behaviors and outcomes. The current study aimed to describe the type and modes of cannabis used and to examine within-individual differences in number of hits and negative consequences by type and mode of cannabis use.
Methods
Participants (n = 88) were current college students, ages 18–25 years (Mage = 20.49, SD = 1.22) who endorsed weekly simultaneous alcohol and cannabis use and enrolled in a 4-weekend ecological momentary assessment study. Cannabis use behavior (type, mode, number of hits, and substance use consequences) was assessed during each morning prompt.
Results
Plant was the most endorsed type of cannabis used and bongs were the most endorsed mode used. Multilevel models revealed that participants reported more hits on days when they used a joint, vape, blunt, or other modes of use compared to bong use and greater odds of experiencing negative consequences on days when they used a joint or blunt, compared to bong use.
Conclusion
Findings suggest that select modes are linked with heavier use and more consequences. Findings may be used to inform just-in-time interventions that target higher-risk cannabis use and select cannabis use behaviors.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-25DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108532
Xiaoyu Li , Liying Luo , Yinqiu Zhao , Chi Yang , Yingchao Zhang , Ziyan Zhou , Guanxing Xiong , Wenqing Li
Perceived stress is considered a significant risk factor for Internet gaming disorder (IGD). However, the longitudinal dynamics and the underlying mechanisms of this relation remain underexplored. Drawing on the Compensatory Internet Use Theory, this study examined the mediating role of depressive symptoms in the longitudinal relation between perceived stress and IGD among adolescents. A total of 1567 Chinese adolescents (44.9 % boys; Mage = 15.41, SD = 0.51 at baseline) participated in a three-wave longitudinal study with a six-month interval. Cross-lagged panel modeling revealed that: (a) significant bidirectional relations were observed between perceived stress and depressive symptoms (βs ranged from 0.19 to 0.22, ps < 0.001); (b) depressive symptoms positively predicted subsequent IGD (βs ranged from 0.14 to 0.16, ps < 0.001); and (c) depressive symptoms mediated the relation between perceived stress and IGD (indirect effect = 0.032, 95 % CI [0.007, 0.062]). These findings highlight the critical role of depressive symptoms in the progression from perceived stress to IGD. Addressing depressive symptoms may be crucial for preventing and intervening with adolescent IGD.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-25DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108530
Kira London-Nadeau , Nina Pocuca , Charlie Rioux , Nicholas Chadi , Sylvana M. Côté , Jean-Sébastien Fallu , Marie-Claude Geoffroy , Christophe Huynh , Robert-Paul Juster , Jean R. Séguin , Natalie Castellanos-Ryan
Purpose
We examined prospective pathways between adolescent mental health and early adulthood cannabis use (CU) by sexual diversity, and the potential explanatory role of CU motives, accounting for confounders (demographics, CU frequency in adolescence).
Methods
Participants from the Quebec Longitudinal Study of Child Development self-reported at 17 years on depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, and CU frequency, and at 23 years on CU motives, frequency and problems (471 participants total; 425 heterosexual; 46 sexually diverse).
Results
Depression – but not anxiety – symptoms at 17 years predicted CU problems at 23 years among sexually diverse participants only. This association was fully explained through coping motives, which were strongly predicted by depression symptoms in sexually diverse youth. While coping motives also predicted CU problems in heterosexual participants, coping motives were not predicted by mental health at 17 in this group. Depression symptoms at 17 also predicted social motives for CU among sexually diverse participants only, but this was not associated with CU frequency and problems. Finally, enhancement motives predicted CU problems at 23 years in both heterosexual and sexually diverse participants, but were not predicted by mental health at 17 years.
Conclusions
Among sexually diverse youth, depression symptoms in adolescence may confer particular risk for later CU problems through CU for coping purposes. Increasing coping resources for sexually diverse adolescents experiencing psychological distress could help prevent later CU problems.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-25DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108531
Siyan Chen, Lu Yang, Yun Qu, Ningning Zhou
Low emotional distress tolerance (EDT) is a risk factor for problematic smartphone use (PSU). While theoretical and preliminary empirical considerations suggest that PSU may impair EDT, no studies have directly examined their bidirectional relationship. To address this gap, in this research, the bidirectional relationship between PSU and EDT is investigated through two studies among young adults. Study 1 employed a two-wave longitudinal design. A total of 901 young adults (61.7 % women) completed questionnaires three months apart. A cross-lagged regression analysis revealed a significant bidirectional predictive relationship between EDT and PSU. Study 2 used a daily diary design (N = 77; 39.0 % women) to examine the day-to-day directional relationship between EDT and PSU. Participants completed daily assessments over 14 consecutive days. Multilevel linear models with time lag analyses indicated that PSU predicted next-day EDT, whereas EDT did not predict next-day PSU. Study 1 revealed a reciprocal negative association between EDT and PSU, offering empirical support for Compensatory Internet Use Theory (CIUT) and the reinforcing cycle of the Interaction of Person-Affect-Cognition-Execution (I-PACE) model. Moreover, on a daily timescale, only PSU was found to predict next-day EDT. These findings have implications for interventions aiming to break the cycle between PSU and low EDT.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-24DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108528
A. Sanz-Pérez , D.R. Serrano , A.I. Fraguas-Sánchez , M.C. Pardo , J.M.Ruiz Sánchez de León , F.J. Estupiñá , T. Pérez , E. González-Burgos
Cannabis is the most widely consumed illicit drug globally. In 2021, 46 % of countries identified cannabis as the predominant substance associated with drug abuse disorders, with 34 % indicating it as the primary cause for seeking treatment. Young individuals represent the largest consumer demographic, experiencing substantial negative health effects. Despite extensive research on its mental health impacts, many aspects remain unclear. This study examines cannabis use among young people including anxiety, depression, and suicidal behavior. Studies involving individuals aged 15–30 were included. Data sources included PubMed, Mendeley, Embase, WOS, CINAHL, and Scopus. After screening 6466 articles, 36 met the inclusion criteria, with 18 included in the meta-analysis. These studies were published between 2013 and 2025. The results indicated that the odds of depression were 51 % higher in young cannabis users (OR = 1.51, 95 %CI = 1.23–1.86), decreasing to 28 % after adjustment (aOR = 1.28, 95 %CI = 1.10–1.50). Anxiety showed a 58 % increase (OR = 1.58, 95 %CI = 1.15–2.15). For suicidal ideation, the increase ranged from 50 % in unadjusted models (OR = 1.50, 95 %CI = 1.05–2.14) to 65 % in adjusted models (aOR = 1.65 95 %CI = 1.40–1.93). Finally, the odds of suicide attempt were 87 % higher (OR = 1.87, 95 %CI = 1.25–2.80), remaining elevated at 80 % after adjustment (aOR = 1.80, 95 %CI = 1.30–2.49).
大麻是全球消费最广泛的非法药物。2021年,46%的国家将大麻确定为与药物滥用疾病相关的主要物质,34%的国家表示大麻是寻求治疗的主要原因。年轻人是最大的消费者群体,他们的健康受到严重的负面影响。尽管对其心理健康影响进行了广泛的研究,但许多方面仍不清楚。这项研究调查了年轻人使用大麻的情况,包括焦虑、抑郁和自杀行为。研究对象为15-30岁的个体。数据来源包括PubMed、Mendeley、Embase、WOS、CINAHL和Scopus。筛选6466篇文章后,36篇符合纳入标准,其中18篇纳入meta分析。这些研究发表于2013年至2025年之间。结果显示,青少年大麻使用者患抑郁症的几率高出51% (OR = 1.51, 95% CI = 1.23-1.86),调整后降至28% (aOR = 1.28, 95% CI = 1.10-1.50)。焦虑增加58% (OR = 1.58, 95% CI = 1.15-2.15)。对于自杀意念,未调整模型的增加幅度从50% (OR = 1.50, 95% CI = 1.05-2.14)到调整模型的65% (aOR = 1.65, 95% CI = 1.40-1.93)。最后,自杀企图的几率高出87% (OR = 1.87, 95% CI = 1.25-2.80),调整后仍高于80% (aOR = 1.80, 95% CI = 1.30-2.49)。
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Pub Date : 2025-10-24DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108529
Ruoyan Sun , Suzanne E. Judd , Prabal K. De
Objective
The effect of cannabis use on cardiovascular disease is mixed in the literature. This study assessed the association between cannabis use and multiple cardiovascular outcomes using recent national data from the U.S. Potential heterogenous effects by age and sex were also examined.
Methods
Using a national sample of 436,949 adults who were interviewed between 2020 and 2023 in BRFSS, we employed multivariable logistic regressions to determine the association between cannabis use and cardiovascular health outcomes, adjusting for sociodemographics, health status, other substance use behaviors, and state-level cannabis laws. State and year fixed effects were also included to adjust for time-invariant state characters and trends in cardiovascular outcomes.
Results
The weighted prevalence was 4.4 % for coronary heart disease, 4.5 % for myocardial infarction, 3.6 % for stroke, and 9.3 % for the composite measure of any cardiovascular outcome. Non-daily cannabis use, compared to no cannabis use in the past 30 days, was associated with increased odds of stroke (aOR = 1.28, 95 % CI, 1.06–1.54) and the composite measure (aOR = 1.16, 95 % CI, 1.03–1.29). Daily cannabis use was also associated with increased odds of stroke and the composite measure, with aORs at 1.29 (95 % CI, 1.07–1.54) and 1.20 (95 % CI, 1.06–1.36), respectively. Subgroup analyses revealed that cannabis use was associated with more cardiovascular outcomes among middle-aged adults and females.
Conclusions
We found cannabis use to be associated with increased odds of several cardiovascular outcomes. Some population groups who use cannabis, such as middle-aged adults and females, may be at higher cardiovascular risk.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-21DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108520
Marielle C. Brinkman , Toral Mehta , Michael L. Pennell , David Angeles , Soliana Kahassai , Chieh-Ming Wu , Hayley Curran , Brittney Keller-Hamilton , Elizabeth G. Klein , Megan E. Roberts , Paul Nini , Olorunfemi Adetona , Joanne G. Patterson , Darren Mays , Lucia Mandarano , Emma Jankowski , Annabelle Thomas , Amy K. Ferketich
Introduction
Waterpipe (WP) smoking is commonly misperceived as less harmful than cigarette smoking. Graphic warning labels (GWLs) may correct misperceptions and reduce WP smoking. We determined the impact of a GWL placed on a WP on short-term smoking behaviors and other outcomes among young adults who smoke WP.
Methods
Young adults, ages 21–35 years, who smoke WP were randomized to a control (Visit1 = Blank, Visit2 = Blank label) or experimental (Visit1 = Blank, Visit2 = GWL, Visit3 = GWL) group. Participants smoked a research-grade WP in the lab ad lib to satiation, for a maximum of 60 min, for up to 3 visits, each separated by a week. Puffing topography was measured continuously throughout the session. Exhaled CO, harm perceptions, and subjective effects were measured before and after each smoking session. Outcome data were analyzed using linear mixed models to account for incomplete, repeated measurements.
Results
There were no significant differences in study outcomes within and between assigned groups, except for the following from Visit1 and Visit3 in the GWL group: 1) a reduction in puff volume (p = 0.048); 2) a reduction in good taste and calmness (p = 0.027 and 0.007, respectively); and 3) a reduction in being confused after smoking (p = 0.042).
Conclusions
GWLs on WPs may not be the sole effective tool for reducing the harm from WP smoking. More research is needed to determine if WP interventions aimed at improving population health should include a wider variety of tools, such as education, cessation services, and product standards that limit the appealing aspects of WP tobacco.
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Pub Date : 2025-10-20DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108522
Xingcan Ye , Ted C.T. Fong , Paul S.F. Yip
Background
Internet gaming disorder (IGD) is prevalent and comorbid with psychiatric problems such as depression and hikikomori among young generation. However, existing studies have not examined the longitudinal pathways to IGD development over time.
Aims
This study aimed to extend the pathways model of IGD to the longitudinal setting and evaluate the patterns, persistence, and changes of IGD subtypes with varying comorbid problems and associated predictors.
Methods
The study included a sample of 601 young gamers (mean age = 23.8) in Hong Kong who completed surveys at two timepoints. Latent transition analysis was conducted based on scores of IGD, depression, hikikomori, and disruptor traits. Multinomial logistic regression models investigated the predictors.
Results
Four latent classes were identified: the healthy class, the socially low IGD class, the disruptive IGD subtype, and the socially depressed IGD subtype. They showed distinct transition patterns and the disruptive IGD subtype was less stable and more likely to recover than the socially depressed IGD type. Low real-world social support, escapism, and playing strategy and MOBA games were associated with the stability of disruptive and socially depressed IGD subtypes. Playing more MMORPGs was associated with transition from the socially low IGD group to other two vulnerable IGD subtypes.
Conclusions
Our findings supported the high comorbidity of IGD with other psychiatric problems rather than appearing alone. The persistence and heterogeneous profiles of two IGD subtypes inform personalized treatments to address the comorbid problems and highlight the importance of establishing real-world social support.
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