Interaction between the ADH1B*3 allele and drinking motives on alcohol use among Black college students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Black young adults have lower rates of alcohol use than other racial groups. Genetic factors may protect against drinking. Specifically, the ADH1B*3 allele is present almost exclusively in Black populations and has been protective against alcohol use and alcohol use disorder. The protective effects of the ADH1B*3 allele, however, may differ as a function of alcohol-promoting cognitions.

Objectives

The current study examined whether ADH1B*3 moderated relations of drinking motives with alcohol consumption among Black college drinkers.

Methods

Participants were 241 undergraduate students of self-identified Black race (mean age = 20 years; 66% female) who reported consuming alcohol at least once in the past 30 days.

Results

ADH1B*3 was not significantly

SUBMITTER: Zaso MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5747558 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature