Study Protocol for Addressing Alcohol-Related Problems in Communities
Author Information
Author(s): Peter Miller, Darren Palmer, Nicolas Droste, Jenny Tindall, Karen Gillham, Anders Sonderlund, Emma McFarlane, Florentine de Groot, Amy Sawyer, Daniel Groombridge, Christophe Lecathelinais, John Wiggers
Primary Institution: Deakin University
Hypothesis
This study aims to investigate the prevalence of alcohol-related harms and community attitudes towards interventions in Geelong and Newcastle.
Conclusion
The study will provide evidence on the impact and acceptability of local initiatives aimed at reducing alcohol-related harms.
Supporting Evidence
- Alcohol-related problems are a major cause of social disorder and illness in Australia.
- High-risk alcohol consumption causes over 400 road deaths and 7,700 serious road injuries each year.
- Previous research has shown that excessive consumption at licensed venues contributes to alcohol-related harms.
Takeaway
This study is trying to find out how much alcohol-related problems affect communities and what people think about ways to fix them.
Methodology
The study will use surveys, interviews, and existing police and health data to gather information on alcohol-related harms.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from self-reported data and the convenience sampling method.
Limitations
The study may face challenges in obtaining high-quality data and ensuring participant engagement.
Participant Demographics
Participants will include patrons of licensed venues and community members aged 18 and over.
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