Risk behaviors among adolescents participating youth movements - The role of social norms and support

Risk behaviors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug use are prevalent among adolescents worldwide, and are a major concern due to their harmful effects. Scientific literature presents no agreement as to whether belonging to a youth movement is a risk factor or a protective factor for risk behaviors. The current analysis aimed at evaluating the role of participating in youth movements (i.e., protective or risk factor) in substance use among Israeli adolescents.