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[Temperament and alcoholic behavior in medical students]
L'Encephale
|September 14, 2020
Summary
Alcohol use affects nearly 20% of Tunisian medical students, with higher rates among males, smokers, and cannabis users. Affective temperaments like depressive and irritable traits correlate with increased alcohol dependence.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
Background:
- Medical student populations exhibit significant heterogeneity due to diverse temperaments and coping strategies.
- Understanding alcohol use patterns and associated factors is crucial for student well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of alcohol use among medical students at Sfax Medical School.
- To identify factors associated with alcohol consumption.
- To investigate the relationship between affective temperament and alcohol use.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive and analytical cross-sectional survey was conducted among 136 medical students (aged 19-30).
- Data collected included sociodemographics, alcohol consumption history (using Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test - AUDIT), and affective temperament (using TIME-A).
Main Results:
- Alcohol consumption was reported by 19.8% of students, with a mean age of onset at 18.48 years.
- Alcohol dependence was more prevalent in male students (p=0.048) and associated with smoking (p<0.001) and cannabis use (p<0.001).
- Higher scores in depressive, irritable, and hyperthymic temperaments correlated with increased alcohol dependence (AUDIT scores).
Conclusions:
- Preventive measures for alcohol use among medical students are urgently needed.
- Considering affective temperaments in screening and care can significantly benefit this population.
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