Drinking and Driving Among Educated Adults in Spain
Author Information
Author(s): Segui-Gomez Maria, Palma Silvia, Guillen-Grima Francisco, de Irala Jokin, Martinez-Gonzalez Miguel A
Primary Institution: Universidad de Navarra
Hypothesis
Are the reported values of drinking and driving among educated European citizens similar to those in the general population?
Conclusion
The study found a high prevalence of drinking and driving among educated adults in Spain, particularly among health professionals.
Supporting Evidence
- Almost 30% of participants reported drinking and driving 'sometimes'.
- Men reported higher rates of drinking and driving compared to women.
- Health professionals reported drinking and driving at even higher rates.
Takeaway
Many educated adults in Spain admit to drinking and driving, which is a big problem, especially among health workers who should know better.
Methodology
Cross-sectional analyses of baseline data from a cohort of university graduates in Spain, using questionnaires and statistical tests.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may lead to underreporting or overreporting of drinking and driving behaviors.
Limitations
The cohort is not representative of the entire Spanish population, and self-reported data may be biased.
Participant Demographics
Participants were university graduates, with 59.4% being women and an average age of 38 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI 1.75–2.69
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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