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Individual and Familial Risk and Promotive Factors for Substance Use Among Multiracial American Young Adults
Annabelle L Atkin1, Andrew M Subica2, Tessa Nalven3
1Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA.
Substance Use & Misuse
|January 13, 2025
Summary
Multiracial young adults face higher risks for substance use. Factors like racial ambiguity and depression increase use, while family cohesion can decrease it, highlighting the impact of unique experiences.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Multiracial adults exhibit the highest rates of binge drinking and illicit drug use among racial groups.
- Limited understanding exists regarding the specific risk and protective factors influencing substance use within this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between individual factors (racial expression, perceived racial ambiguity, third space, self-esteem, depression) and family cohesion with substance use among Multiracial young adults.
- To identify key determinants of alcohol and illicit drug use in a diverse Multiracial sample.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 574 Multiracial young adults in the United States.
- Statistical analysis of individual psychological factors and family dynamics in relation to substance use behaviors.
Main Results:
- Perceived racial ambiguity, self-esteem, and depression were linked to increased likelihood of drinking to feel drunk and binge drinking.
- Higher family cohesion with primary caregivers was associated with a reduced likelihood of drinking to feel drunk and illicit drug use.
- Multiracial individuals with White ancestry reported higher rates of drinking to feel drunk compared to Multiple Minority Multiracials.
Conclusions:
- Unique racialized experiences, mental health status, and family relationships significantly influence substance use patterns in Multiracial Americans.
- Interventions should consider these multifaceted factors to effectively address substance use in this demographic.
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