Negative emotionality may make some people more prone to alcohol or other drug problems
Sunday, December 16, 2012 - 09:30
in Psychology & Sociology
Sensitivity to the stimulating effects of alcohol and other drugs is a risk marker for their problematic use. Negative emotionality has also been associated with substance use. New findings indicate that a high level of negative emotionality may lead to problem drinking when it occurs together with sensitivity to a drug-based reward.