'Extreme' College Drinking And A Sensation-seeking Disposition Lead To Injury
Sunday, May 24, 2009 - 20:21
in Health & Medicine
Drinking on college campuses in the United States is a pervasive problem, leading to numerous problems. One study estimated that more than 500,000 college students suffered alcohol-related injuries in 2001. This study examined the "dose-response" effect of quantities and frequencies, finding that heavy drinkers with a sensation-seeking disposition had the greatest risk of alcohol-related injuries.