Alcohol Consumption and Teenage behavior

Chapter 1

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

This chapter includes the introduction, theoretical framework, statement of the

problem, scope and delimitation, significance of the study and the definition of term

used.

1.1 Introduction

Several studies have reported that alcohol use during adolescence affects the educational

attainment by decreasing the number of years of schooling and the likelihood of

completing school. Despite a growing literature in this area, no study has convincingly

answered the question of whether alcohol consumption inhibits high school student’s

learning and behavior. According to, (Collins et al., 2011; Horvath et al., 2014). The

behavioral theory was initially developed to address risky alcohol use and addiction

being learned as a specific behaviour by the individual. Students who engage in drinking

practices are at potential risk for negative and behavioral consequences. Alcohol

consumption could be important determinant of how much a high school student learns

without having strong impact on his or her decision to stay in school or socialize to

others. The use and abuse of alcohol is widespread among students. This observation has
led a number of writers to conclude that the use of alcohol among students in high

school. It is during the process of adapting to life away from home that some students

may experiment with the use of intoxicating substances. The widespread use of alcohol

on highs school students has led to the need to understand the possible effect of using

alcohol. Hence, It help students to know their limitation in terms of alcohol consumption.

Early exposure to drinking alcohol has a big impact on teens not only on the human

health that the body suffer from side effects including; appetite changes, weight loss,

headaches and sleep disturbance. Alcohol consumption by young people, particularly

students are more likely miss classes because of drinking. But in contrast, some young

people may benefit by having confidence when communicating, having friends and by

expressing their problems, feelings and thoughts.

This study aims to identify the possible effect of alcohol to the teenager in terms of its

behavior,learning, and social skills. Also, the researcher will further explained to the

responsible teenager of the senior high school , their consent was taken in writing, and

general information such as family details, education, and environmental condition was

inquired from them. Individuals were asked whether they had consumed alcohol. The

persons who answered yes were interrogated in detail. This study enables to enhance our

capability to cope knowledge about alcohol consumption.

1.2 Statement of the Problem

The purpose of this study is to identify the effect of alcohol consumption to the
academic and behavioral performance of students. Alcohol defined as nothing more than

a pleasant way to rewire. For instance, students want to refresh their mind, and body.

Hence, that makes them to consume the said alcohol substances. This study will assess the

effect of alcohol consumption as an important factor in teenager behavior of Saint Jerome

Integrated School of Cabuyao.

It sought to answer the following questions:

SOP1. What is the level of alcohol consumption by the teenage students?

SOP2. What is the level of the manifestation of behavior by the students in terms of:

2.1 Behavior at school

2.2 Behavior at home

2.3 Social behavior

SOP3. Is there any significant relationship between the alcohol consumption and

teenager behavior?

1.3 Theoretical Framework

This chapter discuss all the relevant theories regarding the study which is the

students alcohol consumption. The data are gathered through online. There are some

theories that have been applied in unifying a coherent explanation on how students wants
alcohol. This study will look forward at behavioral theory, Social Learning Theory, and

Learning Theory.

BEHAVIORAL THEORY

According to, (Collins et al., 2011; Horvath et al., 2014). The behavioral theory was

initially developed to address risky alcohol use and addiction being learned as a specific

behaviour by the individual. Students who engage in drinking practices are at potential

risk for negative and behavioral consequences. The most common factors implicated in

causing student drinking are motivational factors, attitudes towards drinking, self-

efficacy, and the belief that other students engage in these types of behaviors. These

reasons relate to the aspect of modeling within the social learning theory. Students drink

because it enhances social situations, relieving them of boredom and social

awkwardness. Drinking, then, replaces the emotional and communicative aspect of

interaction and friendship building.

SOCIAL LEARNING THEORY

According to, (Akers, 2011; Horvath et al., 2014;). Social Learning theory

emphasizes the role of societal influences individuals are exposed to, including peer

pressure and family systems. The theory focuses on the modeling of others including

such as teachers, parents or peers as an influence of their decision-making strategies.

Some addicts that fall under the terms of the social theory come from problematic
societal backgrounds involving broken homes, past childhood trauma, and families with

a history of unsupportive parenting. These are risk factors, which negatively influence

adolescent alcohol use. These factors are also labeled social stressors, and the

development of alcohol dependency is explained as a result of dealing with these

stressors. This theory also proposes that individuals who tend to control their social

reinforcement strategies have better treatment outcomes afterward.

LEARNING THEORY

They learn through modeling and sanctioning in conjunction with social roles and

gaining self-control, although they utilize this self-control by reinforcing their own

behaviour, which often results in taking the role of others. Furthermore, according to,

(Collins, Witkiewitz, & Larimer, 2011; Horvath et al., 2014). Learning theory is the main

influences of an individual’s actions are motivational factors, behaviors, norms, and

perceived control of behaviour. More specifically, positive attitudes about drinking, self-

efficacy, lower levels of confidence to avoid drinking, and stronger beliefs that other

students were engaging in this risky behaviour, contributing to the onset of maladaptive

drinking patterns among students.

1.4 Scope and Delimitation

This quantitative research will mainly focus on the effects of alcohol consumption

on teenage; if it can affect on their academic performance and social skills. This research

might be able to address the level of consumption of alcohol by teenage students. This
will be conducted in this school year 2019-2020 1 st semester in SJISC senior high school

building. The respondents of this research study will be the willing students who drink

alcohol beverages and the respondents will be limited to answered through the use of

questionnaires and be the one to interviewed in order to gather insights and more

information about the research topic.

1.5 Significance of the Study

This study was conducted to determine the alcohol consumption and its effect on

teenage. Furthermore, the researchers hope that the study will be beneficial to the

following:

To the students. This study will be beneficial to the students since it will give them

knowledge about Alcohol consumption. This study will give them a realization that

drinking alcohol can either be beneficial or not.

To the parents. This study will acquire knowledge on how parent should guide and

discipline their child appropriately. It is expected that parents will have an idea on how to

add some tips on their child to make their rules, regulation and discipline obeyed.

To future researchers. This study will serve as a reference to future researchers who

wish to conduct a study about alcohol. It will also help them to gain more ideas about the

effect of alcohol in our body whether it gives pros and cons.

To the Teachers. One of the most influential people in our society are teachers. The

results of this study will help teachers educate their students about the effects of

consuming alcohol in the academic performance and skills. They can serve as an eye

opener of the students whose blinded with the effects of alcohol.

1.6 Definition of Terms

Consumption - The act or process of consuming; a progressive wasting away of the

body.

Intoxicating - causing great emotional or mental stimulation.

Risky - involving the possibility of something bad or unpleasant happening.

Maladaptive - marked by poor or inadequate adaptation.

Behavioral - relating to or concerned with the social, psychological, and emotional

factors that affect financial decisions and behavior.

Sanctioning - give official permission/approval for an action.

Reinforcement - action/process of reinforcing/strengthening.