A qualitative investigation into key cultural factors that support abstinence or responsible drinking amongst some Pacific youth living in New Zealand

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A qualitative investigation into key cultural factors that support abstinence or responsible drinking amongst some Pacific youth living in New Zealand

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Abstract Background Abstinence and responsible drinking are not typically associated with youth drinking culture. Amongst Pacific youth in New Zealand there are high numbers, compared to the general New Zealand population, who choose not to consume alcohol. The Pacific youth population is made up of several ethnic groups; their ethno-cultural values are largely Polynesian and heavily influenced by the socio-economic realities of living in New Zealand. This paper explores factors that support ...

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2012-08-01

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Suaalii-Sauni Tamasailau / Samu Kathleen / Dunbar Lucy / Pulford Justin / Wheeler Amanda

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Harm Reduction Journal

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http://www.harmreductionjournal.com/content/9/1/36

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Pacific peoples / Alcohol / Youth / Risk / Drinking / Public aspects of medicine

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