The dependency-conflict hypothesis and the frequency of drunkenness
Quarterly Journal of Studies on Alcohol • Vol/Iss. 35 • Published In • Pages: 863-876 •
By Bacon, Margaret K.
Hypothesis
Increased frequency of drunkenness is associated with societal customs surrounding dependence, thereby (i) negatively associated with indulgence of dependence in infancy, (ii) positively associated with demands for achievement in childhood, and (iii) negatively associated with dependent-seeking behavior in adulthood (p. 866).
Note
The variable "instrumental dependence" was not significant in the multiple regression model (likely due to multicollinearity), but the other three variables were significant at the .05 level or below.
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| multiple regression | Supported | p<.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Diffusion Of Nurturance | Independent | Infant Care |
| Emotional Dependence | Independent | Social Personality, Personality Traits |
| Frequency Of Drunkenness | Dependent | Alcoholic Beverages |
| Instrumental Dependence | Independent | Social Personality, Personality Traits |
| Pressures Toward Achievement | Independent | Independence Training, Transmission Of Cultural Norms |