Regarding the major correlates (or“predictors”) used in this cross-sectional model, the mean SRE score for the LR to alcohol was 4.2 (1.37) drinks (equivalent to ~ 3.4 using U.S.-based units). Regarding the scores, 13.9% endorsed one SRE item, 11.7% two, 36.8% three, and 37.7% four effects. In addition: 1) the average for each of the four alcohol expectancy questionnaire scores were: 2.1 (0.96) for expectations of Changes in Social Behavior, 0.2 (0.54) for expectations of Improved Cognitive and Motor Abilities, 2.0 (0.95) regarding expected Sexual Enhancement, and 2.2 (0.99) regarding the expected Increased Arousal;2) the average endorsement of the six possible drinking to cope items was 1.6 (0.49); and3) of four possible substances perceived to be used in the prior six months for the most important peers, 80% were felt to have used alcohol, 33% tobacco, 17% cannabinoids, and 7% other illicit drugs.
