Drinking Among Siberian Research Workers

ABSTRACT Drinking in Russia is not limited by social class or region, but the style of drinking can vary by region and social status. This paper describes drinking behavior, drinking-related problems, and treatment strategies for a group of Russian men and women academic researchers in Siberia. It specifically relates how their social status influences their drinking behavior, interpersonal relations, and how they respond to treatment for alcoholism. The paper also reviews how Soviet alcohol policies affected the drinking behavior and treatment of alcoholism.