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Alcoholism and homelessness.

N Shanks

    The Practitioner
    |October 22, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    Alcoholism is highly prevalent among the homeless population, affecting nearly half of those surveyed. This condition strongly correlates with healthcare access and criminal behavior, but not education levels.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Social Sciences

    Background:

    • Homelessness is a significant social issue with complex contributing factors.
    • The relationship between alcoholism and homelessness requires further investigation.
    • Understanding the prevalence of alcoholism in the homeless population is crucial for targeted interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the incidence of alcoholism within a homeless population.
    • To explore the effects and correlations of alcoholism on homeless individuals.
    • To identify demographic and behavioral factors associated with alcoholism in this group.

    Main Methods:

    • A prospective study design was employed over a three-year period.
    • Data was collected through interviews with 423 homeless individuals.
    • Statistical analysis was used to assess correlations between alcoholism and various factors.

    Main Results:

    • Nearly half (48.7%) of the interviewed homeless individuals were identified as alcoholics.
    • Alcoholism showed a higher incidence among individuals of Celtic and Roman Catholic backgrounds.
    • No correlation was found between alcoholism and educational attainment or school-leaving age.
    • A strong association was observed between alcoholism and the utilization of casualty departments and engagement in criminal activities.

    Conclusions:

    • Alcoholism is a common and significant issue within the homeless community.
    • Healthcare providers and policymakers should consider the high rate of alcoholism when addressing the needs of the homeless.
    • Interventions for homelessness should integrate substance abuse treatment and address associated criminal justice and healthcare utilization patterns.

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