Emotional Regulation and Social Support As a Mechanisms to Reduce Binge Drinking Among Recent Immigrants after Experiencing Immigration Trauma

Poster Session II

Keyword: Self-Control

Abstract: Exposure to cultural stressors as well as immigration stress have been linked to increased rates of adverse alcohol-related outcomes among recent immigrants. Using structural equation modelling, the current study demonstrated the potential of emotional regulation to mediate the impact of immigration trauma on binge drinking behaviors among recent Latino immigrants.

• Emily Sckalor (Presenting Author)
• Michael Scherer (Author)
• Eduardo Romano (Author)
• Mariana Sanchez (Author)