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Aging--Let's Look Before We Leap: The Effects of Physical Activity on Smoking and Drinking Patterns.
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Engs, Ruth C.; Mulhall, Peter F. – Journal of Alcohol and Drug Education, 1981
Drinking and smoking habits of a group of college students did not change after a 15-week period of exercises. Results indicate a conscious commitment to changing life-styles may be an important factor and should be considered before physical activites are added to drug and alcohol abuse programs. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Change Strategies, Drinking, Exercise