Moderating role of alcohol tolerance in the association between excessive drinking and psychological distress: a cross-sectional study among agricultural workers in Japan
Cross-sectional study in agricultural workers in Japan reveals alcohol tolerance influences the link between excessive drinking and psychological distress.
Key Points
Excessive drinking significantly increases the odds of psychological distress among agricultural workers, with an OR of 6.41.
Among workers with alcohol tolerance, the association is much stronger, with an OR of 28.66, suggesting tolerance plays a pivotal role.
The data was obtained through a cross-sectional questionnaire survey conducted in Akita Prefecture, Japan, over three months.
These findings underscore the need to consider alcohol tolerance when evaluating mental health risks linked to excessive drinking.