Examining the Abuse of Alcohol Intake in Ebonyi State: A Study of Ohaukwu LGA

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Autore principale: Ahaña Chukwuebuka PhD
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author Ahaña Chukwuebuka PhD
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contents <p>This study investigates the socio-religious dimensions influencing the use and misuse of alcohol among the Ohaukwu people of Ebonyi State. Using Social Learning Theory as its framework, the study examines the cultural and social factors that promote alcohol consumption, the religious doctrines surrounding its use, the extent and patterns of abuse, as well as its consequences. It further explores processes for mitigating alcohol-related problems.</p> <p>The research adopts a descriptive survey design. A structured questionnaire based on a 4-point Likert scale was administered to a sample of 400 respondents selected through multistage sampling. Data were analyzed using mean scores.</p> <p>Findings reveal that alcohol consumption is strongly linked to cultural traditions and social norms, including peer influence and hospitality practices. Religious institutions discourage alcohol misuse and play significant roles in awareness creation, although their rehabilitation efforts remain limited.</p> <p>The study concludes that alcohol abuse in the area is largely a product of cultural permissiveness and inadequate intervention. It therefore recommends stronger collaboration among religious bodies, health agencies, and government institutions to effectively curb the trend.</p>
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spellingShingle Examining the Abuse of Alcohol Intake in Ebonyi State: A Study of Ohaukwu LGA
Ahaña Chukwuebuka PhD
Consumption
Survey
Rehabilitation
Abuse
Alcohol
<p>This study investigates the socio-religious dimensions influencing the use and misuse of alcohol among the Ohaukwu people of Ebonyi State. Using Social Learning Theory as its framework, the study examines the cultural and social factors that promote alcohol consumption, the religious doctrines surrounding its use, the extent and patterns of abuse, as well as its consequences. It further explores processes for mitigating alcohol-related problems.</p> <p>The research adopts a descriptive survey design. A structured questionnaire based on a 4-point Likert scale was administered to a sample of 400 respondents selected through multistage sampling. Data were analyzed using mean scores.</p> <p>Findings reveal that alcohol consumption is strongly linked to cultural traditions and social norms, including peer influence and hospitality practices. Religious institutions discourage alcohol misuse and play significant roles in awareness creation, although their rehabilitation efforts remain limited.</p> <p>The study concludes that alcohol abuse in the area is largely a product of cultural permissiveness and inadequate intervention. It therefore recommends stronger collaboration among religious bodies, health agencies, and government institutions to effectively curb the trend.</p>
title Examining the Abuse of Alcohol Intake in Ebonyi State: A Study of Ohaukwu LGA
topic Consumption
Survey
Rehabilitation
Abuse
Alcohol
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19365112