Author: Thomas Vander Ven
Publication: NYU Press, 2011.
Focus on college students' drinking behaviors and motivations.
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.
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.
Emerging Adulthood: The transition from adolescence to adulthood involves identity exploration, heavily influenced by peer interactions.
Self-Identification: Many students adopt identities such as