Drug Use among Asian-Indian Adolescents: Identifying Protective/Risk Factors.

Bhattacharya, Gauri

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Publication Date: 1998

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Drug Use among Asian-Indian Adolescents: Identifying Protective/Risk Factors.

Bhattacharya, Gauri

Adolescence, v33 n129 p169-84 Spr 1998

Examines intergenerational conflict as a precursor to substance use among second-generation Asian-Indian adolescents. Based on systems theory, a structural model depicting the linkage and temporal sequelae of mediating factors is presented. Identifies risk and protective factors unique to Asian-Indian adolescents. Examines the impact of gender differences on family relationships. (Author/MKA)

Descriptors: Acculturation, Adolescents, Conflict, Cultural Differences, Demography, Drinking, Drug Use, Family Environment, Immigrants, Indians, Peer Relationship, Risk, Sex Differences, Smoking, Substance Abuse, Systems Approach

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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