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Development and validation of the college drinking influences survey
Celia B Fisher1, Adam L Fried, Andrea Anushko
1Center for Ethics Education, Fordham University, New York City, USA. fisher@fordham.edu
Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|December 20, 2007
Summary
This study developed and validated the College Drinking Influences Survey to identify college student alcohol risk and protective factors. The scales effectively measure drinking expectations, psychosocial influences, and values, aiding in risk assessment.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- College student drinking is a significant public health concern.
- Understanding factors influencing alcohol consumption is crucial for intervention.
- Existing measures may not fully capture the multifaceted nature of college drinking behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate comprehensive measures of college drinking expectations, psychosocial influences, and values.
- To provide reliable instruments for assessing alcohol-related risk and protective factors in college students.
- To enhance the understanding of the psychological and social determinants of college drinking.
Main Methods:
- Development and validation of the College Drinking Influences Survey.
- Administration to college freshmen at entry (N=320) and end of freshman year (N=420).
- Utilized factor analysis, reliability testing, and correlational analyses with existing instruments.
Main Results:
- The College Drinking Influences Survey demonstrated strong validity and reliability.
- Sex differences in drinking expectations and influences were observed as predicted.
- Regression analyses indicated that subscale scores significantly predicted drinking behaviors throughout the freshman year.
Conclusions:
- The developed scales are valuable tools for identifying students at risk for alcohol-related problems.
- The instruments can help pinpoint protective factors that may mitigate alcohol misuse.
- Findings support the use of these measures in college-based prevention and intervention programs.
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