Table 3.
Univariable and multivariable logistic regression results for odds of retrospectively-reported increased alcohol consumption early in the COVID-19 pandemic, April 5–May 5, 2020 (n = 2154).
| Variable | Odds ratio (95% CI) (univariable) | p-value | Odds ratio (95% CI) (multivariable)a | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 0.993 (0.986, 0.999) | 0.039 | ||
| Live with partner (ref: Yes) | ||||
| No | 0.688 (0.568, 0.831) | <0.001 | 0.566 (0.460, 0.694) | <0.001 |
| Other | 0.672 (0.360, 1.199) | 0.191 | 0.655 (0.343, 1.197) | 0.182 |
| Risk level (ref: Low/moderate) | ||||
| High | 5.960 (4.384, 8.206) | <0.001 | 5.972 (4.345, 8.316) | <0.001 |
| Boredom | 1.236 (1.153, 1.326) | <0.001 | 1.261 (1.170, 1.360) | <0.001 |
| Stress | 1.014 (1.002, 1.025) | 0.0179 | ||
| Depressive symptoms | 1.033 (1.019, 1.047) | <0.001 | ||
| Difficulty purchasing food, medicine or other supplies (ref: No) | ||||
| Yes | 1.239 (1.034, 1.486) | 0.021 | ||
| Previous mental health diagnosis, including substance use disorder (ref: No) | ||||
| Yes | 1.041 (0.870, 1.257) | 0.661 | ||
| AIC | – | 2552.6 | ||
Note: High-risk drinking was defined as a daily average of ≥4 drinks for men and ≥ 3 drinks for women.
a
Adjusted for other variables in the column.