Positive expectancies mediate the association between sensation seeking and marijuana outcomes in at‐risk young adults: A test of the acquired preparedness model

Background and Objectives The acquired preparedness model (APM) integrates personality trait research and psychosocial learning, which are theorized to ultimately increase risk for problematic substance use outcomes. Methods The present study uses the APM to examine the potential mediational role of positive and negative expectancies on the relationship between impulsivity and two marijuana outcomes (ie, frequency of use and marijuana use...