A cross-sectional analysis examining the association between dieting behaviours and alcohol use among secondary school students in the COMPASS study

摘要

Unhealthy weight-control methods and problematic alcohol use appear linked, with individuals engaging in both behaviours at greater risk of adverse consequences. Most studies have been conducted among females and young adults, yet both dieting and binge drinking emerge at earlier stages of development. Moreover, gender differences are likely due to contrasting body ideals. This study investigated the co-occurrence of dieting and alcohol use among youth, focusing on varying weight goals in males and females, and meal skipping, as a form of food restriction.