Assessment of alcohol consumption in university students: A descriptive study

Estrada-Araoz E.G.; Farfán-Latorre M.; Lavilla-Condori W.G.; Quispe-Aquise J. · Gaceta Medica de Caracas (2024) · DOI: 10.47307/gmc.2024.132.3.5

Resumen

Introduction:Alcohol consumptiona mong university students is a topic of growing importance, given the impact it can have on the health and well-being of this population. Objective: To assess the alcohol consumption of students at a private university in Peru. Methods: This study adopted a quantitative approach,utilizinganon-experimental,cross-sectional descriptive design. The sample comprised 229 students who underwent the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test. The instrument demonstrated satisfactory levels of content validity and reliability. Results: It was found that 76.9 % of students had low-risk alcohol consumption, while 17 % were considered risky. Additionally, 3.5 % showed signs of harmful consumption, and 2.6 % displayed indications of dependent consumption. Furthermore, it was determined that men exhibited a slightly higher consumption level than women. Conclusions: It was determined that the predominant level of alcohol consumption among students at a private university in Peru was low risk. Nevertheless, it is important to strengthen and promote these healthy behaviors through educational programs highlighting the benefits of maintaining moderate alcohol consumption.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional Amazónica de Madre de Dios