Gender differences in alcohol drinking among adolescents : a school-based survey in China

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BACKGROUND: Alcohol drinking among adolescents is associated with their health development. However, the prevalence of alcohol drinking among adolescents in Southwestern China remains largely unexplored. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of alcohol drinking, with a particular focus on gender differences, among primary and middle school students in Zigong, a city in Southwestern China. Additionally, we examined the association between alcohol consumption and demographic and family factors.

METHODS: A school-based cross-sectional survey was conducted in a city in Southwestern China, encompassing a total of 89 360 students from 132 different ordinary schools, including both primary and middle schools. Participants were recruited through cluster sampling. The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test Consumption was employed to assess alcohol consumption. Gender differences in the prevalence of alcohol drinkers across various schools and grades were analysed. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to investigate factors associated with hazardous drinking.

RESULTS: Out of the 89 360 participants, 19.0% reported alcohol drinking, with 2.1% classified as hazardous drinkers. There was a higher prevalence of alcohol drinking among boys compared with girls, as well as hazardous drinking. There were significant gender disparities in alcohol drinking observed across various schools and grade levels. A notable divergence between boys and girls was observed starting from grade 10, with a rising prevalence of hazardous drinking among boys and a decline among girls. Additionally, older age, male gender and being left-behind children were identified as risk factors for hazardous drinking, while belonging to a nuclear family and having parents who do not drink were protective factors against hazardous drinking.

CONCLUSIONS: Alcohol consumption is prevalent among Chinese adolescents, with some even classified as hazardous drinkers. These findings may offer valuable insights for policymakers and caregivers, guiding them in formulating appropriate interventions and support strategies.

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E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

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Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:14

Enthalten in:

BMJ open - 14(2024), 3 vom: 29. März, Seite e080687

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Li, Ling [VerfasserIn]
Liu, Yi [VerfasserIn]
Chen, Zhangming [VerfasserIn]
Ren, Silan [VerfasserIn]
He, Ruini [VerfasserIn]
Liang, Yudiao [VerfasserIn]
Tan, Youguo [VerfasserIn]
Shao, Xu [VerfasserIn]
Chen, Shanshan [VerfasserIn]
Kong, Xiangjuan [VerfasserIn]
Tang, Jinsong [VerfasserIn]
Chen, Xiaogang [VerfasserIn]
Liao, Yanhui [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

Adolescent
China
Journal Article
Substance misuse

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Date Completed 01.04.2024

Date Revised 03.04.2024

published: Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080687

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NLM37042607X