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Vasantha Jayaram1, T S J Anandaram, Anand Balan
1VASANTHA JAYARAM, D.P.M., D.N.B., Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute (Deemed University), Chennai-6001 16.
Indian Journal of Psychiatry
|January 6, 2011
Summary
Most individuals surveyed have used substances like alcohol and nicotine. Reasons for non-use often involve familial values, disinterest, and awareness of adverse substance effects.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Psychology
Background:
- Substance use is a significant public health concern across various demographics.
- Understanding patterns of substance non-use provides insights into prevention and intervention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate substance use prevalence and identify reasons for non-use among different occupational and educational groups.
- To explore the socio-cultural factors influencing decisions regarding substance non-use.
Main Methods:
- A semi-structured interview schedule was administered to 120 participants from four groups: students, unskilled workers, skilled workers, and professionals.
- Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 7.5.
Main Results:
- 65% of the sample reported lifetime use of at least one substance.
- Alcohol (55.8%) and nicotine (45%) were the most commonly used substances, followed by paan (21.7%).
- Key reasons for non-use included familial values, disinterest, perceived adverse effects, moral values, responsibilities, and the desire to be a role model.
Conclusions:
- Substance use is prevalent across diverse groups, with alcohol and nicotine being primary substances of concern.
- Familial, moral, and personal responsibility factors significantly influence substance non-use decisions.
- Targeted interventions considering these socio-cultural factors may be effective in promoting substance non-use.
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