Controversies about the enhanced vulnerability of the adolescent brain to develop addiction

• Main Authors: Aurélien eBernheim (Author), Olivier eHalfon (Author), Benjamin eBoutrel (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2013-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Adolescence, defined as a transition phase towards autonomy and independence, is a natural time of learning and adjustment, particularly in the setting of long-term goals and personal aspirations. It also is a period of heightened sensation seeking, including risk taking and reckless behaviors, whic...