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Regional differences associated with drinking and driving in Brazil.
- Source :
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Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry / Revista Brasileira de Psiquiatria . oct2012, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p306-313. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2012
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Abstract
- Objective: To evaluate regional differences and similarities associated with drinking and driving (DUI) in the five Brazilian macro-regions. Method: A roadside survey was conducted in the 27 Brazilian state capitals. A total of 3,398 drivers were randomly selected and given a structured interview and a breathalyzer test. To determine the predictors of positive blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in each region, a MANOVA was performed, and 3 groups were used as follows: 1) North and Northeast, 2) South and Midwest, and 3) Southeast. A Poisson robust regression model was performed to assess the variables associated with positive BAC in each group. Results: Of all surveyed drivers, 2,410 had consumed alcohol in the previous 12 months. Most were male, with a median age of 36. Leisure as the reason for travel was associated with positive BAC in all 3 groups. Low schooling, being older than 30, driving cars or motorcycles and having been given a breathalyzer test at least once in their lives predicted DUI in at least two different groups. Conclusions: Factors, especially low schooling and leisure as a reason for travel, associated with drinking and driving were similar among regions, although certain region-specific features were observed. This information is important for aiming to reduce DUI in the country. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 15164446
- Volume :
- 34
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Brazilian Journal of Psychiatry / Revista Brasileira de Psiquiatria
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 84135218
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbp.2012.02.003