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Risky Alcohol Consumption and Online Activity Levels
James G Phillips1, C Erik Landhuis2, Rowan P Ogeil3
1a Psychology Department , Auckland University of Technology, North Shore Campus, Northcote , Auckland , New Zealand.
Substance Use & Misuse
|June 12, 2018
Summary
University students
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Higher Education Studies
Background:
- University students often exhibit risky alcohol consumption patterns.
- This behavior can negatively impact academic performance and overall well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between students' online learning activity and alcohol-related harm.
- To determine if alcohol consumption affects engagement with online course materials.
Main Methods:
- Two studies tracked undergraduate psychology students' interaction with online course materials.
- Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) scores were used to assess alcohol-related harm.
- Online activity patterns were analyzed in relation to drinking behaviors.
Main Results:
- Risky drinking behaviors were linked to reduced online study activity.
- Students with higher alcohol-related harm showed decreased online engagement during specific nighttime hours.
- A potential sensitivity of online activity levels to alcohol use was observed.
Conclusions:
- Student alcohol use may influence their engagement with online educational resources.
- Understanding this relationship can inform targeted interventions for student support.
- Further research is needed to explore the nuances of this association.
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