Citation

Svenson LW, Jarvis GK, Campbell RL. Psychol. Rep. 1994; 75(1): 395-402.

Affiliation

University of Alberta, Canada.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1994, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

7809314

Abstract

A sample of 457 university students were queried concerning their use of alcohol. The majority (90%) of students reported drinking at least once over the past year, with men drinking more often. Age differences were noted, with older students (Mdn = 32.0 yr. vs 19.0 yr.) more likely to report drinking 4 to 6 times per week. Women generally had healthier attitudes concerning alcohol consumption, e.g., more likely to try to prevent a friend from driving after drinking, pay for use of a taxi, or have a designated driver. Men were more likely to indicate that it is socially acceptable to be intoxicated occasionally and also that most drinkers do not suffer health problems as a result of their drinking. The present study indicates a need to educate university students about the effects of alcohol with a particular emphasis needed for male students.

Language: en