ariety of factors. Many college students are living away from direct parental supervision. Work and academic pressures create tension in young adults who are faced with new living situations and social pressures. In addition to these factors that can drive alcohol consumption, drinking alcohol is viewed as a rite of passage for young adults and college life includes the use of intoxicating substance as a norm. In light of the findings of the federal Task Force on College Drinking, Education Secretary Rod Paige argues, ôThe statistics are soberingùand we must work to change the culture of acceptance of high-risk behavior as a rite of passageö (Study, 2002,
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