The high availability of transportation among older rural youth is a
major factor in adolescent drinking and driving. Edwards (1995)
points out that 40 percent of rural seniors report using alcohol while
driving around, in contrast to 25 percent of urban seniors. The
danger of this activity is exacerbated by the unlit and poorly marked
conditions of many country roads.
attitudes toward drugs. Finally, they offer youth the opportunity to
develop talents and skills and increase feelings of self-worth and
achievement.