Girls More Susceptible to Friends’ Drinking

Teens who have friends who drink are more likely to drink themselves, many studies have found, but this influence may be especially strong for girls, a study of 4,700 twins has found. Male and female teens who have opposite-sex friends who drink are likely to drink even more.

The authors warn parents to be aware of their child’s friends, as well as how they spend their time together. “This awareness,” said Dick, “is particularly important for girls, and when the friendship group consists of members of the opposite sex.”

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