A Factor Analytic Study of Reasons for Drinking: Empirical Validation of Positive and Negative Reinforcement Dimensions.

Farber, Philip D.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1980-Dec

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A Factor Analytic Study of Reasons for Drinking: Empirical Validation of Positive and Negative Reinforcement Dimensions.

Farber, Philip D.; And Others

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v48 n6 p780-81 Dec 1980

Negative reinforcement drinkers scored significantly and consistently higher on all alcohol consumption indices, and data from an alcoholic sample showed that 93 percent of the alcoholics would be classified as escape drinkers. (Author)

Descriptors: Adults, Alcoholism, Behavior Patterns, Drinking, Influences, Negative Reinforcement, Peer Influence, Positive Reinforcement, Predictive Validity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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