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Changes in American drinking patterns and problems, 1967-1984.

M E Hilton1, W B Clark

  • 1Alcohol Research Group, Medical Research Institute of San Francisco, Berkeley, California 94709.

Journal of Studies on Alcohol
|November 1, 1987
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Americans

Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Public Health
  • Substance Abuse Research

Background:

  • Drinking practices and problems are key indicators of societal health and behavior.
  • Understanding trends in alcohol consumption is crucial for public health policy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare general population drinking practices and problems in the United States between 1967 and 1984.
  • To identify shifts in beverage preference, consumption patterns, and the prevalence of drinking-related problems over time.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from two general population surveys conducted in 1967 and 1984.
  • Employed identically worded survey items to ensure comparability of drinking practices and problem reporting.

Main Results:

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  • Significant shifts in beverage preference were observed, with increased consumption of wine and beer, and decreased consumption of distilled spirits.
  • Overall volume of drinks consumed remained stable, but a slight increase in male abstainers was noted.
  • While overall drinking problems showed little change, a rise in reported dependence problems was identified.

Conclusions:

  • Beverage preference in the U.S. population evolved between 1967 and 1984, impacting consumption profiles.
  • The increase in specific dependence problems warrants further investigation into the nuances of alcohol-related issues.
  • Findings offer insights into the single distribution theory of alcohol consumption.