How does a person's sex influence alcoholism?

What will be an ideal response?


Men are far more likely to become alcoholics than women. This is due in part to the fact that alcohol consumption and drunkenness have been more socially acceptable for men than for women.

Sociology

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a. true b. false

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states that penis size is an important attribute to some customers. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Older __________ have more numerous and more intimate friendships than do older __________.

A. men; women B. women; men C. brothers; sisters D. African and European Americans; Asian and Latino Americans

Sociology

Pedro, a legal immigrant from Mexico, and George, a white male whose family has been in America for several generations, have each applied for a car loan at the local bank. Pedro's loan was turned down while George was granted a loan

In comparing their credit history, both men had good credit, and their debts and income were comparable. This is an example of ________ against Pedro. A) individual prejudice B) institutional prejudice C) individual discrimination D) institutional discrimination

Sociology