Impaired executive function may exacerbate impulsiveness and risk of developing alcohol dependence
Sunday, December 16, 2012 - 09:30
in Psychology & Sociology
Executive function (EF) guides complex behavior such as planning, decision-making, and response control. Alcohol dependence (AD) is known to impair EF. New findings indicate that increased impulsiveness and decreased EF may comprise an inherited trait that signifies greater risk for developing AD.