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Brief Report

Examining alcohol use and relational ethics in a college student sample

, PhD & , PhD
Pages 325-330 | Received 16 Feb 2019, Accepted 13 Apr 2020, Published online: 14 May 2020
 

Abstract

Objective

Research examining the relationship between alcohol use and relational ethics (fairness and trustworthiness in family and romantic relationships) among college students is lacking.

Method

Participants were recruited from a Department of Psychology human subjects pool at a Midwestern university. A total of 421 participants were included in the current study and completed an online survey measuring demographics, hazardous alcohol use, and relational ethics.

Results

Hierarchical linear regression analyses showed a statistically significant relationship between alcohol use and horizontal relational ethics (i.e. perceived fairness in their romantic relationships), Greek involvement, race, and veteran status.

Conclusions

Findings indicated college students who approach their dating relationships with a stronger sense of trustworthiness and fairness are less likely to engage in hazardous drinking. Alcohol prevention and intervention programs on colleges campuses may consider the inclusion of relational components in their programing.

Additional information

Funding

No funding was used to support this research and/or the preparation of the manuscript.

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