More than half of all Americans drink regularly-therefore no level of alcohol consumption is deviant.

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While it is true that many Americans drink regularly, deviance is not determined by the majority behavior but by whether or not something violates social norms or expectations. There are still many situations and cultures in which not drinking alcohol is the norm, so consuming alcohol regularly or excessively would be considered deviant in those contexts.

More Than Half of All Americans Drink Regularly-Therefore No Level