This study adds to the literature using a dose–response
model to distinguish between youth’s frequency of drinking
in certain venues and the amount consumed in each context
in relation to a range of alcohol-related problems. A better
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understanding of the social interactions that occur in certain
environments, and subsequent behaviors, will contribute to
understanding what aspects of environments might be amenable
to change and subsequent decreases in problem behaviors
such as violence. The findings therefore have critical
implications for the prevention of alcohol-related problems.
They can help identify effective prevention contexts and target
specific locations and types of drinkers.