Perceived Family Environment as a Predictor of Drug and Alcohol Usage among Offspring.

Manning, Terri Mulkins

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Publication Date: 1991

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Perceived Family Environment as a Predictor of Drug and Alcohol Usage among Offspring.

Manning, Terri Mulkins

Journal of Health Education, v22 n3 p144-49,165 May-Jun 1991

Researchers administered the Perceived Family Environment Questionnaire to college students to assess family traits and child rearing practices as predictors of drug and alcohol usage. Results indicated significant differences in perceived family environment between low, heavy, and addicted drug users. Family atmosphere and parenting style accurately predicted drug usage outcome. (SM)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Children, Child Rearing, College Students, Drinking, Drug Use, Family Environment, Family Influence, Higher Education, Parent Child Relationship, Parenting Styles, Predictor Variables, Questionnaires, Student Attitudes, Substance Abuse, Youth Problems

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires

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Language: English

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