Peer connectedness and substance use in adolescence: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Veronica T Cole Leah S Richmond-RakerdLydia F BierceRachel L NorotskyShayari T PeirisAndrea M Hussong

Published in: Psychology of addictive behaviors : journal of the Society of Psychologists in Addictive Behaviors (2023)

Being perceived as popular by one's peers is positively related to substance use among adolescents. This relationship is stronger and more consistent than those between substance use and other peer-connectedness variables, underscoring the necessity of operationalizing these constructs specifically and clearly. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2023 APA, all rights reserved).

Keyphrases

depressive symptoms
social support
physical activity
mental health
adverse drug