Agent-Based Modeling of Ecological Niche Theory and Assortative Drinking

Ben Fitzpatrick () and Jason Martinez ()
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Journal of Artificial Societies and Social Simulation, 2012, vol. 15, issue 2, 4

Abstract: The present paper presents a preliminary approach to the modeling of dynamic properties of the spatial assortment of alcohol outlets using agent-based techniques. Individual drinkers and business establishments are the core agent types. Drinkers assort themselves by frequenting establishments due to spatial and social (niche) motivations. We examine a number of questions concerning the feedback relationships between establishments targeting a particular niche clientele and the individuals seeking more desirable places to obtain alcohol.

Keywords: Ecological Niche Theory; Assortative Drinking; Alcohol Outlets (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012-03-31
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