Psychosocial determinants of alcohol consumption among adults in southern Poland: An observational pilot study

Monika Kozieł; Tomasz Jurys; Joanna Szołtysek; Beata Nowak; Natalia Fajer; Katarzyna Gwizdek; Mateusz Grajek

doi:10.59400/apr3937

Psychosocial determinants of alcohol consumption among adults in southern Poland: An observational pilot study

Monika Kozieł
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Public Health in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Tomasz Jurys
Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Joanna Szołtysek
Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Beata Nowak
Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Natalia Fajer
Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Katarzyna Gwizdek
Department of Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
Mateusz Grajek
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Public Health in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, 40-055 Katowice, Poland

Article ID: 3937

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59400/apr3937

Keywords: alcohol consumption, psychosocial factors, social determinants, adult population, public health

Abstract

Alcohol consumption remains a significant public health issue influenced by a wide range of psychosocial factors. Understanding the determinants of alcohol use is essential for developing effective prevention strategies tailored to specific populations. This study aimed to assess psychosocial determinants of alcohol consumption among adults residing in southern Poland, with particular emphasis on demographic, social, and personality-related factors. The study was conducted between December 2023 and March 2024 among 175 adults using an anonymous, author-designed online questionnaire (CAWI) covering sociodemographic characteristics, psychosocial factors, and patterns of alcohol consumption. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, cross-tabulations, and Pearson’s chi-square test (p < 0.05). A statistically significant association was found between gender and alcohol consumption, with men reporting higher alcohol use than women. Marital status was also significantly related to drinking behavior, with higher consumption observed among single individuals. No significant associations were identified for age, education, occupational status, income, place of residence, or family-related variables. Alcohol consumption occurred predominantly in social settings. Among respondents who had ceased alcohol consumption, the most frequently reported reasons were lack of perceived benefits and unfavorable taste. Overall, alcohol consumption appeared to be influenced primarily by psychosocial rather than socioeconomic factors, underscoring the importance of preventive strategies targeting social and behavioral determinants of alcohol use.

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2026-03-30

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Kozieł, M., Jurys, T., Szołtysek, J., Nowak, B., Fajer, N., Gwizdek, K., & Grajek, M. (2026). Psychosocial determinants of alcohol consumption among adults in southern Poland: An observational pilot study. Applied Psychology Research, 5(1). https://doi.org/10.59400/apr3937

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