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Patterns of change in alcohol use over one year, by frequency of drinking at baseline (N = 52)
| Pattern of change category | Overall | Rare/infrequent drinkers | Regular/frequent drinkers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessation | 15 (29 %) | 7 (30 %) | 8 (28 %) |
| Reduction | 18 (35 %) | 8 (35 %) | 10 (35 %) |
| Fluctuation | 9 (17 %) | 2 (9 %) | 7 (24 %) |
| Increase | 1 (2 %) | 0 (0 %) | 1 (3 %) |
| No change | 9 (17 %) | 6 (26 %) | 3 (10 %) |
| Total | 52 | 23 | 29 |
