ALCOHOL USE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICES AMONG TERTIARY INSTITUTION STUDENTS IN PLATEAU STATE
Abstract
use, knowledge, attitude and practices of alcohol have significant implications for the
health and well-being of students. This study assessed the knowledge, attitude and
practices among tertiary institutions in Plateau State, Nigeria. The objectives were to
evaluate the rates of alcohol intake among tertiary institution students in plateau state;
investigate the factors that influence alcohol intake among tertiary institution students in
an eate l terr institution students views regarding alcohol use among
tertiary institution students in plateau state; and find out drinking habits of tertiary
institution students in plateau state. A descriptive cross-sectional survey design was
conducted using structured questionnaires distributed to a representative with a sample of
600 alcohol consuming students from various universities, polytechnics, and colleges of
education in the state. The findings revealed that 25% of students reported frequent alcohol
consumption, 32% typically consume multiple alcoholic drinks in one sitting, 18% of
students stated that their alcohol consumption increased over the past few years and 28%
found it difficult to control their alcohol intake once they start drinking. 75% revealed that
the availability and accessibility of alcohol on campus had the highest percentage, 62%
was associated with peer pressure as a major factor, 52% was the impact of advertisement
and media portrayals, 39% reported the role of cultural and family background in
normalizing alcohol use. Only 68% of student's perceived alcohol as an acceptable norm,
57% held beliefs about the harmlessness of moderate alcohol use, 65% had awareness of
the negative consequences, and 78% recognized the need for increased awareness on
responsible drinking habits. Only 55% of students consumed alcohol during social
gatherings, 48% of students preferred beer over other alcoholic beverages, 27% of students
engaged in drinking games or binge drinking, and 19% were particularly concerning
behaviors that may lead to alcohol dependence and other negative consequences. The study
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