Effectiveness of an Alcohol Abuse Secondary Prevention Program Among Marine Corps Aviation Personnel
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to develop an enhanced alcohol misuse secondary prevention training program for Marine Corps aviation personnel and to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing drinking levels and alcohol-related negative consequences. The evaluation will be conducted with Marine Corps personnel in aviation squadrons using a repeated-measures study with a control group. Alcohol-related problems will be monitored during a 6-month baseline period and then an anonymous survey of alcohol use will be administered prior to the intervention. The training program will be given to the intervention squadrons followed by an anonymous post-intervention survey, and two follow-up surveys for all participants. Alcohol-related problems will continue to be monitored during the 6-month follow-up period. During the first year, contacts within the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing were made and support was granted by the Commanding General. Available squadrons were identified for participation in the evaluation and the first two months of pre- intervention, alcohol-related incident data were collected. Modifications to the educational program content have begun and the development of a computerized self- assessment and feedback tool was integrated into the program. Focus groups were conducted with aviation personnel at several Marine Corps Air Stations to identify aviation-specific factors that may affect drinking behavior.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA404917
Entities
People
- Cynthia M. Simon-arndt
- Laura Patriarca-troyk
- Suzanne L. Hurtado
Organizations
- Naval Health Research Center