B4215 - What is the association between the early negative health behaviours of smoking and drinking and later mental wellbeing - 21/12/2022
B number:
B4215
Principal applicant name:
Alexandria Andrayas | School of Psychological Science
Co-applicants:
Professor Marcus Munafo, Grace Powell
Title of project:
What is the association between the early negative health behaviours of smoking and drinking and later mental wellbeing?
Proposal summary:
Mental health in young adults is a serious and expanding issue worldwide. Although there are many possible factors contributing to the observed decline in mental health, this research will look at smoking and drinking behaviour of early adolescents. This research will look at the strength and direction of the relationship between early drinking and smoking on later mental health. Therefore, methods to improve mental health can be generated.
Impact of research:
This research will establish the strength of the relationship between drinking, smoking and later mental health. This will shed light on the importance of establishing healthy behaviours in early adolescence and limiting use of smoking and drinking. Also possible interventions to reduce poor mental health in young adults, such as physical activity, may be elucidated.
Date proposal received:
Sunday, 11 December, 2022
Date proposal approved:
Wednesday, 21 December, 2022
Keywords:
Epidemiology