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King, Keith A.; Vidourek, Rebecca A. – Prevention Researcher, 2011
Research indicates that family connectedness is the leading protective factor against youth involvement in alcohol and other drug use. A vital component to building positive family connections is effective parent-child communication. This article discusses the importance of building positive parent-child communication skills and provides practical…
Descriptors: Drug Use, Family Relationship, Adolescents, Parents
King, Keith A.; Vidourek, Rebecca A. – American Journal of Health Education, 2010
Background: A sizeable percentage of Hispanic youth are affected by alcohol use. Research is needed to identify specific factors placing Hispanic youth at elevated risk. Purpose: This study examined whether recent alcohol use (past 30 days) and frequent episodic heavy drinking among 7th - 12th grade Hispanic students (N = 946) in Greater…
Descriptors: Health Education, Parenting Styles, Prevention, Drinking