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Fraternities, Sororities and Binge Drinking: Results from a National Study of American Colleges

Henry Wechsler, George D. Kuh, A. Davenport

NASPA Journal · 2009 · 168 citations · 21 references

Concepts

Social SciencesHigher EducationPsychologySocial PerceptionSubstance Use DisordersSubstance Use PreventionAlcohol Use DisorderPeer InfluenceSubstance Abuse PreventionAlcohol Consumption PatternsAlcohol Use NormsDrinking FrequencySocial Influences On DrinkingStudent Associations

Abstract

This study compares the drinking behavior of and correlates of fraternity and sorority members with nonmembers to determine if public perceptions of alcohol use by students affiliated with Greek social organizations are warranted.

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