Does moderate fetal alcohol exposure impair the neurogenic response to an enriched environment in adult mice?
These observations indicate that moderate FAE results in a long-term, persistent defect in neurogenic responses to behavioral challenge.
Frequent use of alcohol, nicotine or cannabis in young people seeking mental healthcare is common. Given the restricted legal access, the patterns of use in those aged 12-17 years are particularly notable. Reductions in substance use needs to be prioritised within services for at-risk young people.