Exploring attitude and belief correlates of adhering to the new guidelines for low-risk single-occasion drinking: an application of the theory of planned behaviour

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Murgraff, Vered, Mcdermott, M. and Walsh, J. 2001. Exploring attitude and belief correlates of adhering to the new guidelines for low-risk single-occasion drinking: an application of the theory of planned behaviour. Alcohol & Alcoholism. 36 (2), pp. 135-140.
AuthorsMurgraff, Vered, Mcdermott, M. and Walsh, J.
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The present study explores the correlates of adhering to the recent low-risk single-occasion drinking (LRSOD) guidelines. This was achieved by exploring key beliefs and attitudes underlying adherence to these guidelines within the framework of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Female students (n = 173) provided information about their LRSOD and beliefs and attitudes pertaining to LRSOD. Analyses of the resultant data showed the TPB to be significantly predictive of LRSOD, accounting for 27% of the variance, with normative beliefs, behavioural beliefs, and attitude emerging as significant predictors in the regression analysis. The implications of the study findings are discussed in terms of the current utility of the LRSOD limits for reducing alcohol-related harm.

KeywordsAlcohol Drinking psychology; Regression Analysis; Attitude; Female drinking
JournalAlcohol & Alcoholism
Journal citation36 (2), pp. 135-140
ISSN0735-0414
Year2001
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Web address (URL)http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/alcalc/36.2.135
http://hdl.handle.net/10552/1115
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Murgraff, V., McDermott, M., Walsh, J. (2001) 'Exploring attitude and belief correlates of adhering to the new guidelines for low-risk single-occasion drinking: An application of the theory of planned behaviour' Alcohol and Alcoholism 36 (2) pp.135-140.

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