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Facing up to binge drinking: reducing binge drinking in adolescent males
M Dempster1, G Newell, G Cowan
1School of Psychology, Queen's University Belfast, University Road, Belfast, BT7 1NN. m.dempster@qub.ac.uk
British Dental Journal
|November 14, 2006
Summary
This study tested a brief intervention using orofacial trauma visuals to deter adolescent males from binge drinking. While actual drinking behavior didn't change, participants showed increased intention to reduce alcohol consumption.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Injury Prevention
Background:
- Binge drinking poses significant risks to adolescent males, including orofacial trauma.
- Raising awareness of immediate dangers may deter risky alcohol consumption behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the efficacy of a brief, orofacial trauma-focused intervention.
- To increase adolescent males' awareness of the dangers associated with binge drinking.
Main Methods:
- A non-randomized controlled exploratory trial was conducted in secondary schools.
- Participants (N=182) completed pre, post, and follow-up questionnaires.
- The intervention involved a visual presentation on orofacial injuries from alcohol misuse.
Main Results:
- 68% of participants were regular drinkers at baseline.
- No significant change in actual drinking behavior was observed.
- The intervention group reported a significantly higher likelihood of reducing drinking to non-binge levels compared to controls.
Conclusions:
- The intervention fostered a more negative attitude toward binge drinking.
- Participants demonstrated an increased intention to disengage from binge drinking behaviors.
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