The Effect of Alcohol Use on Academic Perfomance
Presentation Type
Poster
Faculty Advisor
Sarah Kelly
Access Type
Event
Start Date
26-4-2023 12:30 PM
End Date
26-4-2023 1:30 PM
Description
Background: College is a time many people associate with increased alcohol usage. There is significant research that indicates alcohol’s damaging effects on learning and memory. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine whether alcohol consumption among undergraduates had an impact on their academic performance, as indicated by their GPA. Method: Undergraduate students at a university were recruited to participate in a cross-sectional study exploring college experiences. An online survey format was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the sample. Frequencies, chi-square analysis, and multivariate regression were used to explore the relationship among the different variables. Results: There was a strong statistical significance based on grade levels related to drinking. There was a statistical difference between upperclassmen and lowerclassmen. There was also a significant finding that drinking alcohol had a negative impact on student's GPA. Discussion: Our data revealed that a significantly greater number of Juniors and Seniors reported alcohol usage compared to Freshmen and Sophomores. This could be due to turning 21 years old during junior year, greater academic stress towards the end of college, or membership in sororities that increases the likelihood of partying. Conclusion: To decrease alcohol usage, nurses can teach about the effects of alcohol in classes. They can also teach students the signs and symptoms of anxiety and how to cope with other external stressors apart from academics. Implementing more tutoring programs, and other resources within the campus to help students become more successful in their academic performance.
The Effect of Alcohol Use on Academic Perfomance
Background: College is a time many people associate with increased alcohol usage. There is significant research that indicates alcohol’s damaging effects on learning and memory. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine whether alcohol consumption among undergraduates had an impact on their academic performance, as indicated by their GPA. Method: Undergraduate students at a university were recruited to participate in a cross-sectional study exploring college experiences. An online survey format was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the sample. Frequencies, chi-square analysis, and multivariate regression were used to explore the relationship among the different variables. Results: There was a strong statistical significance based on grade levels related to drinking. There was a statistical difference between upperclassmen and lowerclassmen. There was also a significant finding that drinking alcohol had a negative impact on student's GPA. Discussion: Our data revealed that a significantly greater number of Juniors and Seniors reported alcohol usage compared to Freshmen and Sophomores. This could be due to turning 21 years old during junior year, greater academic stress towards the end of college, or membership in sororities that increases the likelihood of partying. Conclusion: To decrease alcohol usage, nurses can teach about the effects of alcohol in classes. They can also teach students the signs and symptoms of anxiety and how to cope with other external stressors apart from academics. Implementing more tutoring programs, and other resources within the campus to help students become more successful in their academic performance.