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Gender and impulsivity differences in licit substance use

T L Waldeck1, L S Miller

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens 30602-3013, USA.

Journal of Substance Abuse
|January 1, 1997
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Men show higher impulsivity and increased alcohol and caffeine use. Women

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Neuroscience
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Impulsivity is linked to substance use.
  • Gender differences in impulsivity are noted, with men generally showing higher levels.
  • Research indicates correlations between higher impulsivity and increased use of alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate gender-specific relationships between impulsivity and licit substance use in young adults.
  • To determine if impulsivity predicts alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine consumption differently in men and women.

Main Methods:

  • A large sample of young adults (N = 332) completed self-report measures.
  • Data collected on licit substance use (alcohol, nicotine, caffeine).
  • Impulsivity/nonconformity was assessed using self-report questionnaires.

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Main Results:

  • Among men, higher impulsivity was significantly associated with increased alcohol and caffeine use, but not nicotine use.
  • Among women, higher impulsivity was significantly associated with increased alcohol and nicotine use, but not caffeine use.
  • Significant gender differences were observed in the impulsivity-substance use relationships.

Conclusions:

  • The relationship between personality traits like impulsivity and licit substance use varies by gender.
  • Recognizing these gender differences is crucial for understanding and potentially intervening in substance use patterns.
  • Findings highlight the need for gender-tailored approaches in research and clinical practice concerning impulsivity and substance use.