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Vander Ven Getting Wasted- Chapter 3

Title: Getting Wasted: College Drinking and Peer Relationships

Introduction

  • Author: Thomas Vander Ven

  • Publication: NYU Press, 2011.

  • Focus on college students' drinking behaviors and motivations.


Chapter 1: The Social Dynamics of Drinking

Motivation for Drinking

  • Peer Popularity: College students drink for recognition and affection from peers.

    • Example: A young man named Jason enters a bar and is cheered by his friends, exemplifying social approval in drinking settings.

  • Emotional Payoff: Experiences of appreciation and celebration among peers enhance drinking experiences.

Experiences in Drinking Culture

  • Students report feeling valued and connected when drinking, reinforcing their desire to engage in the drinking culture.

  • Mutual appreciation among drinkers serves as a central emotional payoff, countering the potential dangers of drinking cultures such as violence.


Chapter 2: Identity and Alcohol

Identity Formation in College

  • Emerging Adulthood: The transition from adolescence to adulthood involves identity exploration, heavily influenced by peer interactions.

  • Self-Identification: Many students adopt identities such as