Factors Associated with Alcohol Misuse among Indigenous Tribal Men in Wayanad: A Qualitative Study.
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ABSTRACT: Background
Disproportionate level of alcohol misuse is reported among indigenous people all over the world. A few available studies from India also support higher alcohol misuse among tribal men, but the reason for it is largely unexplored. Thus, we explored the factors associated with alcohol misuse among indigenous tribal men in Wayanad, Kerala.Methods
Using a qualitative phenomenological method and purposive sampling techniques, we recruited seven tribal men with a history of alcohol misuse and 28 tribal promoters from the identified tribal colonies in Wayanad, Kerala, India. Data collection was done with a combination of focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. Thematic analysis was applied to the data for identifying core themes.Results
We identified the important trajectories of alcohol consumption among tribal men. They initiated alcohol misuse at a younger age due to parental influence, home environment, and peer pressure. Alcohol misuse associated with their traditional rituals and practices, exploitation of landlords, occupational factors, and saving habits. It caused a substantial burden to their spouses and children.Conclusion
Alcohol consumption often initiated in their young age was associated with socio-cultural rituals, practices, and exploitation.
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PROVIDER: S-EPMC6875840 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov-Dec
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Factors Associated with Alcohol Misuse among Indigenous Tribal Men in Wayanad: A Qualitative Study.
Sadath Anvar A Jose Kurian K Meethal Shibukumar Theertamkara ST Mathai Jiji Kavanakudi JK Venugopal Aswati Paroor AP Xavier Neethumol N
Indian journal of psychological medicine 20191111 6
<h4>Background</h4>Disproportionate level of alcohol misuse is reported among indigenous people all over the world. A few available studies from India also support higher alcohol misuse among tribal men, but the reason for it is largely unexplored. Thus, we explored the factors associated with alcohol misuse among indigenous tribal men in Wayanad, Kerala.<h4>Methods</h4>Using a qualitative phenomenological method and purposive sampling techniques, we recruited seven tribal men with a history of ...[more]
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