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Published on: January 5, 2018
Integrating basic research with prevention/intervention to reduce risky substance use among college students
Danielle M Dick1, Linda C Hancock2
1Department of Psychiatry, Virginia Commonwealth University , Richmond, VA, USA ; Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University , Richmond, VA, USA ; Department of African American Studies, Virginia Commonwealth University , Richmond, VA, USA ; Department of Human and Molecular Genetics, Virginia Commonwealth University , Richmond, VA, USA.
Abstract:
Too often basic research on etiological processes that contribute to substance use outcomes is disconnected from efforts to develop prevention and intervention programming. Substance use on college campuses is an area of concern where translational efforts that bring together basic scientists and prevention/intervention practitioners have potential for high impact. We describe an effort at a large, public, urban university in the United States to bring together researchers across the campus with expertise in college behavioral health with university administration and health/wellness practitioners to address college student substance use and mental health. The project "Spit for Science" examines how genetic and environmental influences contribute to behavioral health outcomes across the college years. We argue that findings coming out of basic research can be used to develop more tailored prevention and intervention programming that incorporates both biologically and psychosocially influenced risk factors. Examples of personalized programming suggest this may be a fruitful way to advance the field and reduce risky substance use.
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