@article{ref1,
title=""Black out or back out": understanding the alcohol habits, behaviors, and motivations of generation Z students",
journal="Journal of American college health",
year="2022",
author="Kaylor, Sara K. and Allen, Isabel and Townsend, Haley and Rodgers, Jasmine and Callihan, Michael L.",
volume="ePub",
number="ePub",
pages="ePub-ePub",
abstract="This qualitative phenomenological study explored alcohol habits, behaviors, and motivations of Gen Z students (born 1996-2010). Participants: Thirteen participants met selection criteria: aged 18-24 years (thus, part of Gen Z), enrolled as at either the University or community college, and able to share experiences. Maximum variation was sought for race/ethnicity, Greek life/sorority involvement and hometown regional area. <br><br>METHODS: Semi-structured interviews elicited detailed descriptions of lived experiences. Saldana's First Cycle/Second Cycle constant comparative method was used for data analysis. <br><br>RESULTS: Five themes were identified: Motivations to Drink, Know My Limits, Exceeding Limits Leads to Risky Behaviors, Hangover Anxiety (&quot;Hangxiety&quot;), and Greek Life Influence. Additionally, the subtheme Internal Thoughts and Rationalizations was identified. <br><br>CONCLUSION: Unique characteristics and unprecedented times contribute to alcohol consumption behaviors of Gen Z students. These findings hold an awareness to assist in the provision of education, support, and needed resources.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0744-8481",
doi="10.1080/07448481.2022.2129975",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2022.2129975"
}