"Man-ing" up and getting drunk: The role of masculine norms, alcohol intoxication and alcohol-related problems among college men

摘要: Compared to college women, men face elevated risks for problematic drinking and negative alcohol-related consequences. These highlight the critical need investigate gender issues risk factors contributing intoxication related problems among men. Theoretical models suggest that conforming masculine norms or beliefs expectations of what it means be a man, may help explain patterns The current study advances literature by investigating association between norms, intoxication, consequences 776 undergraduate males after taking into account importance fraternity status perceived peer norms. Results indicate higher regarding increased getting drunk experiencing Specifically, being “playboy”, risk-taking, winning were intoxication; while, self-reliance problems. Primacy work heterosexual presentation two protective intoxication. Our findings contribute important future considerations prevention, clinical interventions, public-health implications in settings.