The association between sleep problems, learning disabilities and substance use in adolescence

Fakier, Nuraan

The association between sleep problems, learning disabilities and substance use in adolescence

Master Thesis

2007

Publisher

University of Cape Town

Department

Department of Psychology

Faculty

Faculty of Humanities

Abstract

The current study focused on investigating the relationship between sleep problems, learning disabilities and substance use in adolescence. The literature suggests that adolescents with learning disabilities are more vulnerable to engaging in risk behaviours than adolescents who do not have learning disabilities. Early childhood sleep problems also seem to be a robust marker for substance use in adolescence. The prevalence of sleep problems among adolescents is increasing and is particularly high among those with learning disabilities.

Description

Includes bibliographical references (leaves 90-112)

Keywords

Psychological Research

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