Comparing single vs.dual parent households on parent-teen alcohol use communication

Underage drinking is a public health concern associated with parent communication. Gaps exist between single and dual parent households. Parent-teen dyads were examined from the general U.S. population (n=907; M (SD)teen age= 16.3 (1.08); 49% teen female; 53% parent female). Results revealed significant differences between single and dual parent households in parent-teen communication (p < .05) with single parents reporting more parent-teen communication. Findings suggest that parent-based interventions need to be tailored for single parents.