Evaluation of Risk Determinants Related to Ethyl Alcohol and Tobacco Consumption in the Adolescent Population

Abstract

At present, the consumption of ethyl alcohol and tobacco in the adolescent population has generated a significant impact worldwide, being a topic of great relevance in today's society. Adolescents who are involved in the consumption of these substances put their health and safety at risk, motivated by various factors such as the search for social acceptance, the easy availability of these substances, among others. The objective of this research was to identify the risk factors associated with the consumption of ethyl alcohol and tobacco in adolescents. A quantitative and descriptive approach was used, using surveys as an instrument to understand the causes that led adolescents to consume these substances. The results revealed that 45% of adolescents admitted having started using with the purpose of fitting into a social group, while 30% attributed it to family problems. In addition, 15% mentioned that they wanted to feel better emotionally, and 10% experimented with these substances. It is important to highlight that adolescents start consuming ethyl alcohol and tobacco in order to adapt to their social environment, face family problems, seek emotional relief in situations that they cannot resolve on their own, or simply out of curiosity and experimentation.