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Developmental Trajectories Of Alcohol Use And Alcohol Use Disorder, Elizabeth C. Long
Developmental Trajectories Of Alcohol Use And Alcohol Use Disorder, Elizabeth C. Long
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Alcohol use (AU) and alcohol use disorder (AUD) are leading causes of morbidity, premature death, and economic burden. They are also associated with high levels of disability and many other negative outcomes. Twin and family studies have consistently shown that AU and AUD are complex traits influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Although much has been learned about the genetic and environmental etiology of AU and AUD, significant gaps remain. These include the need for a more comprehensive understanding of the roles of risk and protective factors, and the nature of developmental trajectories underpinning the progression from AU to …