Citation

Mastroleo NR, Marzell M, Turrisi R, Borsari B. Addict. Res. Theory 2012; 20(1): 64-71.

Affiliation

Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies, Brown University, 121S-G-4, Providence, RI 02912, USA ; Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences Service, Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 830 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.3109/16066359.2011.562621

PMID

24639626

Abstract

Coaches can exert a considerable influence on the lives of their athletes. However, little is known about the influence of athletic coaches on athlete drinking behaviors. This study extends research on drinking influences in student-athletes. The relationship between athletic coaches and athlete drinking behaviors were examined. First-year college students (N=362) who had played high school sports were assessed on their relationships with their coaches as well as their alcohol use and problems.

FINDINGS revealed significant associations among the approval of and relationship with their athletic coaches and student drinking behaviors. These findings are discussed in the context of involving coaches in comprehensive strategies to reduce athlete drinking.

Language: en