Vulnerable young people and alcohol use: a qualitative exploration
| Autor: | Alyson J. Smith, Clare Clement, Jackie Williams, Kathryn Thirlaway |
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| Rok vydání: | 2013 |
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| Zdroj: | Journal of Substance Use. 19:112-117 |
| ISSN: | 1475-9942 1465-9891 |
| DOI: | 10.3109/14659891.2012.750694 |
| Popis: | Background: Evidence suggests vulnerable young people are at a greater risk of alcohol engagement and have higher levels of substance misuse. However, research exploring alcohol use within populations of vulnerable young people is limited. Aims: The aim of the study was to explore young people’s attitudes to alcohol, seeking to gain insights into drinking practices within a group of educationally marginalised, and therefore vulnerable young people and their support staff. Methods: The views on alcohol use of 13 young people were explored through focus groups whilst the views of seven support staff were explored using semi-structured interviews. Findings: From an analysis based on grounded theory, a central theme of difficult lives appeared to mediate alcohol use in young people who are educationally marginalised. Young people appeared disengaged from parental/guardian support and placed an importance on social networks in facilitating social and peer support with the aim of gaining protection and a sense ... |
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