The Differential Role of Perceived Same-Gender and Gender-Neutral Norms in Emerging Adult Risk Behavior

Conclusions: Findings indicate perceptions of same-gender norms play a particularly important role in binge drinking during this developmental period. Interventions targeting emerging adult risk behavior should include within-group normative perceptions related to demographic and social group characteristics.PMID:38073312 | DOI:10.1080/10826084.2023.2287214

Source: Substance Use and Misuse - December 11, 2023 Category: Addiction Authors: Kanila L Brown Katie M Lawson Devin E Banks Source Type: research