Moderation in excess: binge drinking and social interaction among college students. J B Nezlek, C J Pilkington, and K G Bilbro
Journal of Studies on Alcohol 1994 55:3 , 342-351

Reference for drinking in social interactions

There are many suggestions that psychologists make to college students so that they are drinking in healthy ways.

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The frequency of social interaction is positively associated with higher rates of binge drinking among college students. For instance, students who report zero binge drinking occasions tend to report less social intimacy than those who binge drink, suggesting that social camaraderie acts as a strong motivator for alcohol consumption.

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In a study on college students, for both men and women social camaraderie was the most reported reason for drinking. Therefore, social reasons such as parties, gatherings, and more are a big influence on why college students drink the amount that they do. Social motives are high predictor of alcohol consumption.

Social Camaraderie

Those involved with sororities or fraternities are more likely to engage with binge drinking in college. Moreover, according to a survey in 2018 by the University of Michigan, individuals in Greek Life are more likely to later on develop symptoms of AUD (Alcoholic Use Disorder).

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