Mentor/s
Dr. Dawn K. Melzer
Participation Type
Poster
Abstract
In the current study, college students between the ages of 21 and 25 were examined to determine if alcohol consumption has an impact on executive function. Parts A and B of the Trail-Making Task were used to time each student both pre-alcohol consumption and post-alcohol consumption.The findings identified that the higher number of drinks that the individuals had, the faster they performed Part B of the Trail-Making ask. There was no relationship between Part A of the Trail-Making task and drinking.
College and Major available
College of Arts and Sciences, Psychology
Location
Digital Commons
Start Day/Time
4-24-2020 2:00 PM
End Day/Time
4-24-2020 4:00 PM
Prize Categories
Most Creative
The Effects of Alcohol Consumption on Executive Function Performance in College Students
Digital Commons
In the current study, college students between the ages of 21 and 25 were examined to determine if alcohol consumption has an impact on executive function. Parts A and B of the Trail-Making Task were used to time each student both pre-alcohol consumption and post-alcohol consumption.The findings identified that the higher number of drinks that the individuals had, the faster they performed Part B of the Trail-Making ask. There was no relationship between Part A of the Trail-Making task and drinking.
Students' Information
Gabrielle Branciforti, Psychology Student, Thomas More Honors Program, Class of 2020