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Citation |
Simmons MM, Osilla KC, Miranda J, Paddock SM, McCullough CM. J. Ethn. Subst. Abuse 2021; ePub(ePub): ePub. |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2021, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group) |
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Abstract |
Literature shows that Latinos who drink are more likely to experience alcohol-related consequences and less likely to seek care for alcohol misuse than Whites. We aim to understand characteristics, consumption patterns, and openness to treatment among Latino first-time offenders driving under the influence. Latino participants were significantly younger (29.0 years) than non-Latinos (37.7 years). In adjusted models, Latino participants were significantly more likely than non-Latinos to binge drink, but there were no significant group differences in amount of alcohol consumed in a typical week. There was no significant difference in incidence of alcohol-related consequences, readiness to change drinking, and driving behaviors in this sample. Language: en |
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Keywords |
alcohol misuse; Minority health; health disparities; driving under the influence; Latinos |