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Alcohol consumption indices: format comparisons.

S P Hughes1, R A Dodder

  • 1Department of Sociology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater 74078.

Journal of Studies on Alcohol
|January 1, 1988
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Wording variations in alcohol consumption surveys significantly alter results, potentially indicating measurement error. However, different survey wordings are reliable for constructing scales and analyzing relationships in alcohol research.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Survey Methodology
  • Alcohol Research

Background:

  • Quantity-frequency (QF) indices are commonly used to measure alcohol consumption.
  • Variations in survey question wording can influence reported consumption levels.
  • Understanding the impact of wording on QF indices is crucial for accurate alcohol research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare three distinct wording methods for quantity-frequency indices of alcohol consumption.
  • To assess the impact of wording variations on reported alcohol consumption means.
  • To evaluate the reliability and interchangeability of different QF index wordings.

Main Methods:

  • Comparison of three wording variations for quantity-frequency indices.
  • Statistical analysis of mean scores across different wording groups.

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  • Application of factor analysis and correlation analysis to assess scale properties.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant differences in mean alcohol consumption scores were observed based on wording variations.
    • Factor analysis and correlation analysis indicated reliability and interchangeability among the three wording forms.
    • Findings suggest potential measurement error in comparative studies relying solely on mean scores.

    Conclusions:

    • Wording of quantity-frequency indices significantly impacts reported alcohol consumption means.
    • Despite mean score differences, different QF index wordings are reliable for scale construction.
    • Researchers should be cautious when comparing alcohol consumption means across studies with differing QF index wording.