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[Social drinking and adolescent parties]
H A Míguez1, C Verruno, R Cinolo Vernengo
1Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y técnicas, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Acta Psiquiatrica Y Psicologica De America Latina
|December 1, 1995
Summary
Young students
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Public Health
Context:
- Adolescent alcohol consumption is a significant public health concern.
- Understanding social norms surrounding alcohol use in young people is crucial.
Purpose:
- To investigate the social acceptance of alcohol consumption among young students.
- To identify factors influencing alcohol consumption patterns at parties.
Summary:
- A study of 250 young students revealed varying levels of social acceptance for alcohol.
- Consumption patterns differed based on beverage type, with a notable preference for lower alcohol content drinks.
Impact:
- Findings can inform targeted prevention strategies for adolescent alcohol misuse.
- Provides insights into peer influence and social dynamics in youth alcohol consumption.