Peer Cluster Theory and Adolescent Alcohol Use: An Explanation of Alcohol Use and Comparative Analysis between Two Causal Models.

Rose, Christopher D.

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ERIC Number: EJ606193

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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Peer Cluster Theory and Adolescent Alcohol Use: An Explanation of Alcohol Use and Comparative Analysis between Two Causal Models.

Rose, Christopher D.

Journal of Drug Education, v29 n3 p205-15 1999

Tests the premise of peer cluster theory as it applies to individual alcohol use, and makes a comparative analysis between its ability to explain alcohol use and marijuana use among college students (N=1312). Results of the causal models show some support for peer cluster theory. Discusses the study's limitations and implications. (Author/MKA)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Cluster Grouping, College Students, Data Analysis, Drinking, Higher Education, Marijuana, Models, Peer Influence

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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