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Deconstructing contexts of binge drinking among college students
J D Clapp1, A M Shillington, L B Segars
1SDSU--Community AOD Prevention Partnership, San Diego State University, California 92182-4119, USA. jdclapp@mail.sdsu.edu
The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
|March 16, 2000
Summary
College students who drink with friends or where food is available face fewer alcohol problems. However, events with illicit drugs increase risks for college binge drinking issues.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Binge drinking is a prevalent issue among college students.
- Understanding contextual factors is crucial for addressing alcohol-related problems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify contextual characteristics of college student binge drinking occasions.
- To examine how these contexts influence alcohol-related problems.
Main Methods:
- Telephone interviews with 401 college students using random sampling.
- Utilized the Core Survey and College Risk Assessment Guide for data collection.
Main Results:
- Drinking with friends and having food available were protective factors against alcohol problems.
- Illicit drug availability during drinking events was associated with higher risk for alcohol-related problems.
Conclusions:
- Contextual factors significantly impact alcohol-related problems in college students.
- Findings inform targeted prevention strategies for college binge drinking.