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Depression and Alcohol Drinking Behavior: Association and Sex Differences Among Brazilian Adults
Tcm Caldeira1, Les Silva2, P C Freitas3
1Preventive and Social Medicine Department, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
American Journal of Health Promotion : AJHP
|June 23, 2025
Summary
Heavy episodic drinking, alcohol-related impairment, and alcohol-induced blackouts are linked to depression in Brazilian adults. Sex differences were observed, highlighting the need for gender-specific mental health and alcohol consumption strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Alcohol consumption patterns and their association with mental health conditions like depression are significant public health concerns.
- Understanding sex-specific differences in these associations is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between various alcohol drinking behaviors and depression among Brazilian adults.
- To explore potential sex differences in the association between alcohol use and depression.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study utilizing data from the 2019 Brazilian National Health Survey.
- A population-based sample of 88,531 Brazilian adults.
- Logistic regression models were employed to analyze associations, adjusting for socioeconomic variables and stratifying by sex.
Main Results:
- Heavy episodic drinking was associated with depression overall and specifically in women.
- Alcohol-related impairment and alcohol-induced blackouts were significantly associated with depression in both men and women.
- Men showed a higher likelihood of alcohol-related impairment associated with depression compared to women.
Conclusions:
- Significant sex differences exist in the association between alcohol drinking behaviors and depression.
- The findings underscore the necessity of gender-specific strategies for addressing mental health and alcohol consumption issues in Brazil.
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