Research Report Development of the THAI Drinking Survey Guide v.9 for Alcohol Consumption Assessment
This research report focuses on developing and updating the THAI Drinking Survey Guide v.9, a tool designed to improve the assessment of alcohol consumption among Thai populations. The study surveyed alcoholic beverage types, brands, volumes, and alcohol content available in Thailand to create an up-to-date reference guide that enhances the accuracy and reliability of alcohol consumption surveys.
The study “Development of a Behavioral Change Model for Alcohol Consumption among Older Adults through Family and Community Participation” examines alcohol consumption patterns and the factors influencing drinking behavior among older adults. It explores the roles of attitudes toward drinking, social support from families, communities, and healthcare services, as well as self-efficacy in reducing alcohol use. Based on these findings, the study develops a participatory behavioral change model aimed at promoting alcohol reduction and cessation, thereby enhancing the health and quality of life of older adults through sustainable family and community support.
Survey of Alcohol’s Harm to Others (AHTO): A Study of People Aged 15 Years and Older in 12 Provinces Across Thailand
This study examined the impacts of alcohol consumption on people other than the drinkers themselves, commonly referred to as “Alcohol’s Harm to Others (AHTO)” or secondhand alcohol harm. The survey included 3,927 respondents aged 15 years and older from 12 provinces across Thailand. It explored the effects of others’ drinking on families, communities, workplaces, and children, as well as harms associated with heavy drinkers and intoxicated strangers. The findings provide important evidence on the social and health burdens caused by alcohol use and can support the development of more effective alcohol control policies and public health interventions in Thailand.
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