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Health Topics/Substance Abuse and Addiction/Alcoholism

What factors affect how much alcohol people drink?

Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine
Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

Drinking behavior is influenced by many factors, including your community and your relationships.

  • Alcohol use in a community is affected by alcohol’s price and availability.
  • Underage drinking is affected by exposure to alcohol marketing.
  • Underage drinking is also influenced by adult drinking, and youth often obtain alcohol from adults.

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