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Research on the prevention of alcohol abuse in America has only recently begun to consider the needs of special populations. This chapter will consider alcohol prevention as a function of four major special population divisions: gender, ethnicity, region (population density), and socioeconomic status. Specific ethnic groups examined will include Hispanics, African-Americans, Asian-Americans, and Native Americans. In general, there is some support for the utility of current alcohol prevention approaches on special populations. Much population-specific work completed to date has not been rigorously designed or evaluated, though it appears likely that partnering with population gatekeepers and showing cultural respect and sensitivity to the population, and providing material that is relevant to the population's adaptation to their environment are essential.
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Sussman, S. (2005). Prevention of Adolescent Alcohol Problems in Special Populations. In: Galanter, M., Lowman, C., Boyd, G.M., Faden, V.B., Witt, E., Lagressa, D. (eds) Recent Developments in Alcoholism. Recent Developments in Alcoholism, vol 17. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-306-48626-1_11
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