Abstract
Little research examines protective behavioral strategies (PBS) use among college high-risk drinking sub-groups. A secondary data analysis of the 2011 National College Health Assessment (n = 18,483 drinkers [13% Greek]) revealed fraternity and sorority members used PBS significantly (p < 0.001) less and reported significantly (p < 0.001) more alcohol-related consequences than non-Greeks. PBS use (β = –0.31) made the strongest contribution in explaining alcohol-related consequences (i.e., less frequent PBS use resulted in more consequences).
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Adam Barry
Adam Barry is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Texas A&M University.
Michael Madson
Michael Madson is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi.
Kayla Moorer
Kayla Moorer is currently a postdoctoral alcohol and other drug therapist at the University of Oregon.
Kaila Christman
Kaila Christman is currently an intensive outpatient therapist at Seaside Healthcare in Louisiana.