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Examining The Relationship Between Alcohol Use And Work In The Professional Theater, Michael A. Carollo
Examining The Relationship Between Alcohol Use And Work In The Professional Theater, Michael A. Carollo
Antioch University Dissertations & Theses
Objective: The perception of a culture within the professional theatrical community that promotes problem drinking has been discussed anecdotally within the industry. No meaningful research has been conducted within this population. This study presents initial epidemiological survey data on the drinking habits of professional theatrical community (PTC) members as compared to the general public (GP) in order to confirm whether the phenomenon exists for further study. Methods: Data are from a convenience sample of 104 members of the PTC and GP who were each provided two previously clinically validated measures of problem drinking, the AUDIT and CAGE questionnaire. Drinking habits …