About this Research Topic
The developing brain is highly susceptible to the effects of substances exposure, making it particularly vulnerable during the early stages of life. Recognizing the specific impacts that substance exposure can have during this critical period is important for the promotion of brain health and preventing long-term consequences. This article collection aims to delve deeply into the intricate relationship between early substances exposure and the developing brain, shedding light on the complex neurological, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral consequences that arise.
Key areas of interest include:
• Neurological, neurochemical, cellular, and brain circuitry changes induced by substances exposure during critical stages of brain development.
• Long-term cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, emotional and functional consequences of early substance exposure.
• Effects of different types of substances (e.g., alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, opioids, stimulants, hallucinogens) on brain structure and function in fetuses, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Exploration of prevention strategies and interventions aimed at mitigating the negative effects of substance use on young brains.
• Identification and evaluation of risk factors associated with early substance use and its their impacts on brain health.
This collection welcomes original research articles, reviews, and opinion papers fostering a comprehensive understanding of the complex interactions between substance use and early brain development.
Key areas of interest include:
• Neurological, neurochemical, cellular, and brain circuitry changes induced by substances exposure during critical stages of brain development.
• Long-term cognitive, neuropsychological, behavioral, emotional and functional consequences of early substance exposure.
• Effects of different types of substances (e.g., alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, opioids, stimulants, hallucinogens) on brain structure and function in fetuses, infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Exploration of prevention strategies and interventions aimed at mitigating the negative effects of substance use on young brains.
• Identification and evaluation of risk factors associated with early substance use and its their impacts on brain health.
This collection welcomes original research articles, reviews, and opinion papers fostering a comprehensive understanding of the complex interactions between substance use and early brain development.
Keywords: Early brain, Substance use, Brain development
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