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September 5, 2025Socius Sociological Research for a Dynamic WorldOpen Access

Unveiling the Gender Gap in Alcohol Misuse: Fear, Anger, and the “Game of Secrets”

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CUColter J. Uscola

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Qualitative analysis reveals emotional influences on alcohol use in men and women, suggesting new policy insights.

Key Points

  • Findings reveal that fear and anger significantly impact alcohol misuse across genders, highlighting emotional challenges.
  • Men often use alcohol to navigate low-status roles, while women use it to challenge traditional femininity and achieve social mobility.
  • Interviews with 16 individuals from a recovery community provide insights into the complexities of gender and consumption.
  • These insights may influence public health policy, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of gender and addiction.

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Colter J. Uscola (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68bb46b56d6d5674bccfe6f1https://doi.org/10.1177/23780231251369154
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