Journal of Alcoholism & Drug Dependence
Open Access
ISSN: 2329-6488
+44 1223 790975
ISSN: 2329-6488
+44 1223 790975
Mohd Hatta B Abdul Mutalip
Institute for Public Health, Ministry of Health Malaysia,
Jalan Bangsar, 50590, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Research Article
How Severe is Binge Drinking in Malaysia and Who are at Risk?
Author(s): Mohd Hatta B Abdul Mutalip, Balkish Bt Mahadir Naidu, Rozanim Bt Kamaruddin, Hamizatul Akmal Bt Abd Hamid, Norsiah Bt Ali, Noor Ani Bt Ahmad and Norhafizah Bt SharilMohd Hatta B Abdul Mutalip, Balkish Bt Mahadir Naidu, Rozanim Bt Kamaruddin, Hamizatul Akmal Bt Abd Hamid, Norsiah Bt Ali, Noor Ani Bt Ahmad and Norhafizah Bt Sharil
Study Background: Binge drinking is one types of harmful alcohol use that lead to several adverse health effects either to the drinker or to others.
Objective: This study aims to identify the prevalence of binge drinking among the current drinker and its sociodemographic determinants. Subsequently provide information to assist relevant authorities in the planning and control of the harmful use of alcohol.
Methods: The data were obtained from a cross-sectional study using a validated self-administered questionnaire of the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test – Malay version (AUDIT-M). Binge drinking was defined as having 6 or more drinks in on one occasion. An analysis of complex survey data was conducted using STATA 11 followed by multiple logistic regressions to examine the effects of potential socio-demogra.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2329-6488.1000131