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27.6% of Brazilian Teens Report Alcohol Use: Study Reveals

2/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

The survey shows that 27.6% of adolescents aged 14–17 in Brazil have consumed alcohol, about 3.2 million.
The study also finds that 19% of adolescents reported alcohol use in the past year.
Parenting styles influence adolescent substance use, with authoritative parenting reducing risks and parental alcohol use increasing the likelihood.
The study, conducted in four municipalities, aims to develop community strategies to prevent alcohol use and inform policies.

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Story summary

The survey shows that 27.6% of adolescents aged 14–17 in Brazil have consumed alcohol, about 3.2 million.
The study also finds that 19% of adolescents reported alcohol use in the past year.
Parenting styles influence adolescent substance use, with authoritative parenting reducing risks and parental alcohol use increasing the likelihood.
The study, conducted in four municipalities, aims to develop community strategies to prevent alcohol use and inform policies.