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Lee Strunin1, Alejandro Díaz-Martínez2, L Rosa Díaz-Martínez2
1Department of Community Health Sciences, Boston University School of Public Health Medical Campus, 801 Massachusetts Avenue, Rm 452, Boston, MA 02118.
Abstract:
The construct of familismo has been identified as a potential protective cultural value in Hispanic cultures. This paper considers familismo and alcohol use among young people in Mexico. We conducted a qualitative study using ethnographic open ended interviews with 117 first year students at a large free public university in Mexico City between April-May 2011. The findings indicate that dimensions of familismo can act as protective factors against misuse of alcohol among Mexican youths and may be protective for moderate drinking. Future research should explore the relationship of familismo to gender roles and other cultural values during adolescence. Given the enduring influence of Mexican cultural values among Mexican Americans the research has implications for prevention programs for both Mexican and Mexican American youths.
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