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Peer reviewedHiggins, George E.; Marcum, Catherine Davis – College Student Journal, 2005
Some studies show that Gottfredson and Hirschi's low self-control plays an important role in alcohol use, but low self-control remains stable over time. Because self-control is not easily changed, the present study examines the ability of theory of planned behavior to mediate the effect of low self-control on intentions to use alcohol and alcohol…
Descriptors: Drinking, Young Adults, College Students, Self Control
Peer reviewedBuckner, John C.; And Others – American Journal of Public Health, 1990
Examines the effects of variables associated with the onset of a depressive episode on a group of 942 psychoactive drug-using young adults. Finds that controls were free of depressive symptoms but that methaqualone users were more prone to a depressed mood, lower self-esteem, and negative life events than nonusers. (FMW)
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Depression (Psychology), Drug Use, Illegal Drug Use
