Hispanic Habits And Attitudes Towards Drinking - 1840 Words

Belin Romero SOC 4850-Prof. Park Literature Review 10/7/15 Hispanics habits and attitudes towards drinking US born Latinos have higher rates of alcohol use than Latino immigrants but, not enough is known about drinking patterns of Latinos before their migration to the USA. I will be reviewing and comparing drinking habits and attitudes of different Latino population. In addition, this paper will attempt to further explore in which capacity do Latinos drinking habits and patterns cause concern and what are the underlying factors associated with such drinking habits. Hispanics are one of the largest and most rapidly growing populations in the United States; they make up â€Å"16% or 50 million people† (statistics.org) and continue growing†¦show more content†¦How Much Do Hispanics Drink? How much Hispanics drink depends on their cultural upbringing or beliefs regarding drinking behavior. Not all Hispanics are the same and not all Hispanics have the same beliefs towards drinking. Drinking habits among Hispanics depends on what is socially acceptable in their respective countries but, here in the United States drinking for Hispanics have different meanings. According to (AA.org) the drinking habits and patters of consumptions among Latinos changes due to many circumstances. â€Å"One reason that some Hispanics drink more than others here in the USA depends on factors such as accessibility and affordability†. Secondly, because of isolation from their loved ones they become more susceptible to engage in risky drinking habits than in their countries. In most Hispanic cultures drinking revolves around gatherings with friends, celebrations of all types but, it is done in moderation however; due to the isolation or being away from family drinking can lead to alcoholism for some. Another huge reason for the patterns of drinking is due to something called acculturation which; is adapting or learning, trying to adapt to other values, beliefs or behavior of a new culture such as the one in the united states. Acculturation is hard for anyone and trying to adjust to a new culture while killing part of their