TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2022//
TI  - "Black out or back out": understanding the alcohol habits, behaviors, and motivations of generation Z students
JO  - Journal of American college health
A1  - Kaylor, Sara K.
A1  - Allen, Isabel
A1  - Townsend, Haley
A1  - Rodgers, Jasmine
A1  - Callihan, Michael L.
SP  - ePub
EP  - ePub
VL  - ePub
IS  - ePub
N2  - 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 ("Hangxiety"), 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>
LA  - en
SN  - 0744-8481
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2022.2129975
ID  - ref1
ER  -