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The Intersection between Alcohol use and Sexual Activity among Young Adult Male U.S. Service Members
Lindsay M Orchowski1, Bryce M Meerhaeghe2, Amber R Lane3
1Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior Alpert Medical School of Brown University Staff Psychologist, Rhode Island Hospital, United States.
Clinical Practice and Epidemiology in Mental Health : CP & EMH
|November 2, 2023
Summary
Young adult male service members report high rates of alcohol use, but prefer to be sober during sexual activity. This understanding can inform prevention programs for alcohol and sexual assault.
Area of Science:
- Military Health
- Behavioral Science
- Public Health
Background:
- Hazardous alcohol use is prevalent among U.S. military service members.
- The link between alcohol and sexual assault is established in civilian populations, but less understood in soldiers.
- This study investigates alcohol use patterns and sexual behavior in young adult male service members.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore drinking habits and alcohol consumption patterns.
- To examine preferences for alcohol use before sexual activity.
- To assess alcohol-related sexual behaviors among active-duty males.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 338 active-duty male service members aged 18-24 participated.
- Data were collected from a large military installation in the Southeastern U.S.
- Self-report surveys were used to assess drinking habits and sexual behaviors.
Main Results:
- Participants reported frequent alcohol consumption (5.6 times/month) with high average intake (7.8 drinks/occasion).
- Heavy drinking occurred an average of 2.9 times in the past 30 days.
- Despite high alcohol use, 75.2% preferred sobriety during sex, and 14% used alcohol to facilitate sex.
Conclusions:
- High alcohol consumption rates are evident in this cohort of soldiers.
- Young adult males in the military express a preference for sober sexual activity.
- Findings can guide integrated prevention programs for alcohol use and sexual assault in the military.
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