Substance Use and Misuse
Volume 25, 1991, Pages 709-730

Social adjustment and alcoholism among chinese immigrants in New york city (Article)

Chin K.-L.* , Lai T.-F.M. , Rouse M.
  • a New York City Criminal Justice Agency, United States
  • b Chinatown Alcoholism Services Hamilton-Madison House, United States
  • c New York City Criminal Justice Agency, United States

Abstract

Based upon the patient files (N=132) maintained by the Chinatown Alcoholism Services (CAS), interviews with CAS staff, and the clinical experience of the authors with Chinese alcoholics, this paper describes the social contexts of alcoholism among a group of working-class Chinese males in New York City. It focuses on the relationship between social adjustment and drinking behaviors, and analyzes the meaning of alcohol use and abuse within the ethnic community. The paper also examines the role of significant others in the alcoholics' drinking and help-seeking behaviors. Finally, treatment and research issues pertaining to alcoholism among the Chinese are discussed. [Translations are provided. See the International Abstracts at the end of the issue.] © 1991 Informa UK Ltd All rights reserved: reproduction in whole or part not permitted.

Author Keywords

Social adjustment Alcohol treatment Chinese alcoholism Coping mechanisms

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https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-0344069273&doi=10.3109%2f10826089109077267&partnerID=40&md5=96527e30bc97f7f238baafea1e28b495
DOI: 10.3109/10826089109077267
ISSN: 10826084
Cited by: 2
Original Language: English