Complete Indicator Profile of Alcohol Consumption - Binge Drinking
Definition
Percentage of adults aged 18 years and older who reported binge drinking during the 30 days prior to the survey.Numerator
Number of survey respondents who reported binge drinking during the 30 days prior to the survey.Denominator
Number of survey respondents excluding those with missing, "Don't know/Not sure" or "Refused" responses.Data Interpretation Issues
Question Text 1989-2005: "Considering all types of alcoholic beverages, how many times during the past 30 days did you have 5 or more drinks on an occasion?"Question Text beginning in 2006: "Considering all types of alcoholic beverages, how many times during the past 30 days did you have X [X=5 for men, X=4 for women] or more drinks on an occasion?"
Follow-up Question starting 2005: "During the past 30 days, what is the largest number of drinks you had on any occasion?"
From 1989-2005, binge drinking on the BRFSS was defined as consuming five or more drinks of alcohol on an occasion one or more times during the past 30 days for both males and females.
Starting in 2006, the definition of binge drinking changed to consuming five or more drinks on an occasion for men, or four or more drinks on an occasion for women one or more times during the past 30 days. Data for this indicator have been analyzed using this new definition.
Data from the survey should be considered representative of all non-institutionalized adults in households with landline telephones. Data were collected using a random sample of all possible telephone numbers. Prior to analysis, data were weighted to represent the population distribution of adults by sex, age group, and area of residence. As with all surveys, some error results from nonresponse (e.g., refusal to participate in the survey or to answer specific questions) and measurement (e.g., social desirability or recall bias). Error was minimized by use of strict calling protocols (up to 15 calls were made to reach each household), good questionnaire design, standardization of interviewer behavior, interviewer training, and frequent, on-site interviewer monitoring and supervision.
It should be noted that this survey did not reach people with only a cell phone. It is estimated that approximately 25% of Utah's households have only a cell phone and no landline phone. Excluding this group introduces some bias into these results. The Utah BRFSS Program is in the process of updating the BRFSS methodology to include people with cell phones in the sampling frame. Beginning with 2011 data, the BRFSS will include both landline and cell phones. It will also utilize an updated weighting methodology. For more information on how these changes will affect BRFSS data, please see: http://health.utah.gov/opha/publications/brfss/Raking/Raking%20impact%202011.pdf
Why Is This Important?
Binge drinking is an indicator of potentially serious alcohol abuse, and is related to driving under the influence of alcohol. It is a problem nationally, especially among males and young adults. Alcohol abuse is strongly associated with injuries and violence, chronic liver disease, fetal alcohol syndrome, and risk of other acute and chronic health conditions. Binge drinking among women of childbearing age is a problem because of the risk for prenatal alcohol exposure. Birth defects associated with prenatal alcohol exposure can occur during the first 6 to 8 weeks of pregnancy before a woman knows she is pregnant.Healthy People Objective SA-14.3:
Reduce the proportion of persons engaging in binge drinking during the past month--Adults aged 18 years and olderU.S. Target: 24.3 percent
Other Objectives
One of Utah's 42 Community Health IndicatorsOne of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Chronic Disease Indicators.
How Are We Doing?
In Utah, the percentage of adults who reported binge drinking in the past 30 days fluctuated between highs of 12% in 1989 and 1993 to a low of 7.7% in 1997. In 2009, 8.7% (crude rate) of Utah adults reported recent binge drinking. Utah is below the Healthy People 2020 objective of 24.3% for this measure.How Do We Compare With U.S.?
The percentage of adults who reported binge drinking in the past 30 days was substantially lower in Utah than in the U.S. for all years reported between 1989-2010. Age-adjusted estimates for 2010 show that 15.5% of U.S. adults reported binge drinking in the past 30 days whereas only 8.3% of Utah adults reported binge drinking.What Is Being Done?
The Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health is the agency responsible for ensuring that substance abuse and mental health prevention and treatment services are available statewide. The Division also acts as a resource by providing general information, research, and statistics to the public regarding substances of abuse and mental health services. <http://www.dsamh.utah.gov>Available Services
NATIONAL:The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a toll-free referral helpline. The number is: 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
UTAH:
Dial 2-1-1 for state and community service information. Code 2-1-1 can now be accessed from anywhere in the state of Utah. 211 Info Bank, a program of Community Services Council, is a free information and referral line for health, human and community services. 211 provides information and referral on many topics.
More Information
NATIONAL:The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSA) Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
National Institutes of Health: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: www.niaaa.nih.gov
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Alcohol and Public Health, web site: http://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/
UTAH:
The Utah Department of Human Services
Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
120 North 200 West
2nd Floor, Room 209
Salt Lake City UT 84103
Phone: 801-538-3939
http://www.dsamh.utah.gov
More information on the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System may be found on the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - http://www.cdc.gov/brfss/
Related Indicators
Relevant Population Characteristics
Binge drinking is more common among males and young adults in Utah.Related Relevant Population Characteristics Indicator Profiles:
Health Care System Factors
Alcohol abuse is strongly associated with unintentional injury.Related Health Care System Factors Indicator Profiles:
Risk Factors
People experiencing poor mental health are more likely to drink excessively.Related Risk Factors Indicator Profiles:
Health Status Outcomes
Alcohol abuse is associated with motor vehicle and other unintentional injury deaths.Related Health Status Outcomes Indicator Profiles:
Graphical Data Views
Percentage of Adults Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days, Utah and U.S., 2005-2010
| Geog: Utah vs. U.S. | Year | Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2005 | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.4% |
| Utah | 2006 | 9.1% | 8.0% | 10.4% |
| Utah | 2007 | 9.5% | 8.3% | 10.8% |
| Utah | 2008 | 8.2% | 7.2% | 9.3% |
| Utah | 2009 | 8.8% | 8.0% | 9.7% |
| Utah | 2010 | 8.7% | 7.9% | 9.6% |
| U.S. | 2005 | 15.5% | 15.2% | 15.8% |
| U.S. | 2006 | 15.0% | 14.7% | 15.3% |
| U.S. | 2007 | 15.4% | 15.2% | 15.7% |
| U.S. | 2008 | 15.2% | 14.9% | 15.4% |
| U.S. | 2009 | 15.2% | 14.9% | 15.4% |
| U.S. | 2010 | 14.7% | 14.5% | 15.0% |
Record Count: 12
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.From 1989-2005, binge drinking on the BRFSS was defined as consuming five or more drinks of alcohol on an occasion one or more times during the past 30 days for both males and females. Starting in 2006, the definition of binge drinking changed to consuming five or more drinks on an occasion for men, or four or more drinks on an occasion for women one or more times during the past 30 days. Data for this graph have been analyzed using the new definition, which is only available from 2005 forward (refer to 'Data Interpretation Issues' for question text) U.S. data are the average value for all states and the District of Columbia; they do not include U.S. territories. These rates are crude rates, not age-adjusted, given that the Healthy People 2020 Objective is based on crude rates.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health. U.S. Data: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS).Percentage of Adults Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Age Group and Sex, Utah, 2010
| Males vs. Females | Age Group | Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 18-34 | 15.6% | 12.8% | 19.0% | |
| Male | 35-49 | 13.1% | 10.9% | 15.5% | |
| Male | 50-64 | 8.4% | 6.9% | 10.3% | |
| Male | 65+ | 2.4% | 1.5% | 3.7% | |
| Female | 18-34 | 7.6% | 5.9% | 10.0% | |
| Female | 35-49 | 6.3% | 5.0% | 8.0% | |
| Female | 50-64 | 4.4% | 3.4% | 5.6% | |
| Female | 65+ | 1.0% | 0.6% | 1.8% | * |
Record Count: 10
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.These data reflect the new definition of Binge Drinking as defined by the BRFSS. For more information, see "Data Interpretation Issues" section on the main page of this indicator. *Use caution in interpreting, estimate does not meet UDOH standards of reliability.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.Percentage of Adults 25 and Older Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Education, Utah, 2010
| Education Level | Percentage of Adults 25+ | Lower Limit | Upper Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less Than High School | 13.0% | 9.1% | 18.2% |
| H.S. Grad or G.E.D. | 12.2% | 10.5% | 14.2% |
| Some Post High School | 6.5% | 5.4% | 7.8% |
| College Graduate | 5.3% | 4.4% | 6.3% |
Record Count: 4
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.These data reflect the new definition of Binge Drinking as defined by the BRFSS. For more information, see "Data Interpretation Issues" section on the main page of this indicator. These data are age-adjusted to the U.S. 2000 standard population.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.Percentage of Adults Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Ethnicity, Utah, 2010
| Hispanic Ethnicity | Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 7.2% | 5.1% | 10.2% |
| Non-Hispanic | 8.4% | 7.6% | 9.2% |
Record Count: 2
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.From 1989-2005, binge drinking on the BRFSS was defined as consuming five or more drinks of alcohol on an occasion one or more times during the past 30 days for both males and females. Starting in 2006, the definition of binge drinking changed to consuming five or more drinks on an occasion for men, or four or more drinks on an occasion for women one or more times during the past 30 days. Data for this graph have been analyzed using the new definition (refer to 'Data Interpretation Issues' for question text). Data for this view have been age adjusted to the U.S. 2000 standard population.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.Percentage of Adults Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Race, Utah, 2006-2010
| Race | Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian/Native Alaskan | 14.4% | 9.8% | 20.7% | |
| Asian | 6.5% | 3.8% | 10.7% | |
| Black | 5.7% | 2.5% | 12.1% | * |
| Pacific Islander | 4.0% | 1.5% | 9.8% | * |
| White | 8.3% | 7.9% | 8.8% |
Record Count: 5
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.Age-adjusted to U.S. 2000 standard population. These data reflect the new definition of Binge Drinking as defined by the BRFSS. For more information, see "Data Interpretation Issues" section on the main page of this indicator. *Use caution when interpreting; this estimate does not meet the UDOH standards for reliability.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Local Health District, Utah, 2008-2010
| Local Health District | Age-adjusted Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear River | 5.5% | 4.1% | 7.4% |
| Central | 7.5% | 5.7% | 9.8% |
| Davis County | 6.3% | 5.0% | 7.8% |
| Salt Lake Valley | 10.9% | 10.0% | 11.8% |
| Southeastern | 10.8% | 8.7% | 13.4% |
| Southwest | 7.9% | 6.0% | 10.5% |
| Summit | 16.3% | 13.6% | 19.5% |
| Tooele | 8.3% | 6.6% | 10.6% |
| TriCounty | 10.9% | 8.8% | 13.6% |
| Utah County | 3.1% | 2.4% | 3.9% |
| Wasatch | 7.6% | 6.0% | 9.5% |
| Weber-Morgan | 10.1% | 8.5% | 12.0% |
| State | 8.2% | 7.7% | 8.7% |
| U.S. | 15.5% | 15.4% | 15.7% |
Record Count: 14
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.Age-adjusted to U.S. 2000 standard population. These data reflect the new definition of Binge Drinking as defined by the BRFSS. For more information, see "Data Interpretation Issues" section on the main page of this indicator.Data Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.Percentage of Adults Who Reported Binge Drinking in the Past 30 Days by Utah Small Area, 2009-2010
| Utah Small Areas | Percentage of Adults | Lower Limit | Upper Limit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham City | 9.6% | 5.3% | 16.8% | |
| Other Box Elder Co. | 5.4% | 2.5% | 11.4% | |
| Logan | 5.1% | 3.0% | 8.5% | |
| Other Cache/Rich Co. | 7.7% | 4.6% | 12.8% | |
| Ben Lomond | 8.1% | 5.2% | 12.5% | |
| Morgan/East Weber Co. | 7.8% | 4.7% | 12.6% | |
| Downtown Ogden | 10.8% | 6.6% | 17.0% | |
| South Ogden | 10.4% | 6.3% | 16.8% | |
| Roy/Hooper | 13.0% | 8.1% | 20.4% | |
| Riverdale | 11.3% | 6.5% | 19.0% | |
| Clearfield/Hill AFB | 8.4% | 5.3% | 12.9% | |
| Layton | 5.5% | 3.4% | 8.7% | |
| Syracuse/Kaysville | 7.9% | 4.4% | 14.0% | |
| Farmington/Centerville | 5.8% | 2.5% | 12.8% | * |
| Woods Cross/North SL | 6.5% | 3.3% | 12.4% | * |
| Bountiful | 4.1% | 1.9% | 8.6% | * |
| Rose Park | 18.6% | 11.8% | 28.2% | |
| Avenues | 12.9% | 7.3% | 21.7% | |
| Foothill/U of U | 23.5% | 16.6% | 32.2% | |
| Magna | 19.6% | 12.5% | 29.5% | |
| Glendale | 8.9% | 4.9% | 15.9% | * |
| West Valley West | 11.8% | 8.5% | 16.1% | |
| West Valley East | 8.2% | 4.6% | 13.9% | |
| Downtown Salt Lake | 18.8% | 12.7% | 26.9% | |
| South Salt Lake | 14.1% | 7.8% | 24.1% | |
| Millcreek | 13.6% | 9.7% | 18.7% | |
| Holladay | 7.8% | 5.0% | 12.0% | |
| Cottonwood | 11.6% | 7.8% | 16.8% | |
| Kearns | 12.8% | 9.2% | 17.5% | |
| Taylorsville | 8.8% | 5.5% | 13.7% | |
| Murray | 9.3% | 5.1% | 16.5% | * |
| Midvale | 9.0% | 4.5% | 17.2% | * |
| W. Jordan Northeast | 8.8% | 5.3% | 14.2% | |
| W. Jordan Southeast | 12.9% | 8.4% | 19.3% | |
| W. Jordan West, Copperton | 12.4% | 6.0% | 23.8% | * |
| South Jordan | 5.7% | 3.2% | 9.9% | |
| Sandy Center | 9.4% | 6.0% | 14.4% | |
| Sandy, Northeast | 7.3% | 4.7% | 11.2% | |
| Sandy, Southeast | 6.7% | 3.5% | 12.3% | * |
| Riverton/Draper | 10.8% | 8.0% | 14.5% | |
| Tooele Co. | 7.5% | 5.8% | 9.6% | |
| Lehi/Cedar Valley | 2.7% | 1.1% | 6.5% | * |
| American Fork/Alpine | ** | ** | ||
| Pleasant Grove/Lindon | ** | ** | ||
| North Orem | 4.3% | 1.6% | 10.9% | * |
| West Orem | ** | ** | ||
| East Orem | ** | ** | ||
| Provo/BYU | ** | ** | ||
| Provo South | 3.9% | 1.7% | 8.7% | * |
| Springville/Spanish Fork | 3.7% | 2.2% | 6.3% | |
| Utah Co. South | 7.2% | 4.2% | 12.0% | * |
| Summit Co. | 16.1% | 13.2% | 19.5% | |
| Wasatch Co. | 7.6% | 5.9% | 9.8% | |
| TriCounty LHD | 9.9% | 7.8% | 12.6% | |
| Juab/Millard/Sanpete Co. | 8.0% | 5.3% | 12.1% | |
| Sevier/Piute/Wayne Co. | 10.5% | 6.7% | 15.9% | |
| Carbon/Emery Co. | 11.2% | 8.4% | 14.7% | |
| Grand/San Juan Co. | 12.1% | 7.9% | 18.0% | |
| St. George | 6.7% | 3.8% | 11.7% | |
| Other Washington Co. | 3.6% | 1.8% | 7.1% | * |
| Cedar City | 7.8% | 4.3% | 13.8% | * |
| Other Southwest | 22.0% | 12.4% | 35.9% | |
| State | 8.3% | 7.8% | 8.9% | |
| U.S. | 15.6% | 15.4% | 15.8% |
Record Count: 64
Data Notes
A drink of alcohol is 1 can or bottle of beer, 1 glass of wine, 1 can or bottle of wine cooler, 1 cocktail, or 1 shot of liquor.Age-adjusted to U.S. 2000 standard population. These data reflect the new definition of Binge Drinking as defined by the BRFSS. For more information, see "Data Interpretation Issues" section on the main page of this indicator. *Use caution in interpreting, the estimate has a relative standard error greater than 30% and does not meet UDOH standards for reliability. **Data have been suppressed because sample size is too small to produce a reliable estimate. A description of the Utah Small Areas may be found on IBIS at the following URL: http://ibis.health.utah.gov/query/Help.htmlData Sources
Utah Data: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Office of Public Health Assessment, Utah Department of Health.
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