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  • Sociology
  • Epidemiology

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  • Alcohol use is a significant global health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
  • LMICs face a growing burden of alcohol-attributable diseases despite lower per capita consumption.
  • Internal migration in LMICs may exacerbate alcohol-related health risks due to increased stress and changing social environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between internal migration and alcohol use.
  • To examine the relationship between migration, opportunity to drink, and transition to regular alcohol use and alcohol use disorders (AUD).
  • To assess these relationships in Nepal, a low-income South Asian country.

Main Methods:

  • A representative sample of 7435 individuals aged 15-59 in Nepal was surveyed (2016-2018).
  • Data collection included clinically validated measures of alcohol use and disorders, and life history calendars for migration experiences.
  • Discrete-time hazard models were used to analyze associations between migration and alcohol use outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Internal migration was linked to increased odds of opportunity to drink (OR 1.32), regular alcohol use (OR 1.29), and alcohol use disorders (AUD) (OR 1.24).
  • The association between migration and opportunity to drink was significant for females.
  • Associations between migration, regular use, and AUD were significant for males.

Conclusions:

  • Internal migrants face elevated risks for transitioning to alcohol use and developing alcohol use disorders.
  • Findings underscore the importance of addressing the specific needs of internal migrants.
  • Support services for internal migrants are crucial for preventing problematic alcohol use in this population.