Impulsividad y consumo de alcohol en estudiantes universitarios ecuatorianos de la modalidad abierta y a distancia

Abstract

Abstract: Impulsiveness characterized by hasty decisions and lack of consideration of long-term consequences, for the individual himself and for the people around him. around. This variable is considered to underlie several psychological disorders. This The main objective of the study was to evaluate the relationship between impulsivity and the consumption of alcohol. In a sample of 1749 university students, 68.7% were women and 31.3% men, with an average age of 28.54 years. The instruments used were: Ad-hoc questionnaire, Identification test for disorders related to drug use alcohol (AUDIT); and, the Brief Barrat Impulsivity Scale, which assesses impulsivity attentional, motor and unplanned (BISS). The results of the statistical analysis showed a low and statistically significant correlation between total impulsivity and its respective dimensions (attentional, mototra and unplanned) with alcohol consumption (p<0.01). These positive correlations suggest that as impulsivity increases attentional, unplanned and motor, so does alcohol consumption. Therefore, this study could serve as a basis for developing promotion and prevention programs primary school aimed at addressing the risks associated with alcohol consumption and impulsivity in university students.