The use of a qualitative approach in fetal alcohol syndrome prevention among American Indian youth.

A variety of reasons have been advanced for the high prevalence of alcohol and drug use among young adolescent American Indians. Research to date has not provided adequate information that would be helpful in the design and implementation of viable prevention programs among adolescents' in ethnic co...

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Publicado en:Journal of Alcohol & Drug Education Vol. 43; no. 3; pp. 53 - 66
Autores principales: Xueqin G, Toubbeh J, Cline J, Chisholm A
Formato: research Journal Article
Publicado: American Alcohol & Drug Information Foundation Spring98
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          Toubbeh J
          Cline J
          Chisholm A
        affil: Department of Health Studies, Temple University, 304A Vivacqua Hall, PO Box 2843, Philadelphia, PA 19122-0843; e-mail: xma00000@nimbus.temple.edu
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          Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention and Control
          Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Education
          School Health Education
          Native Americans
          Students, Middle School
          Alcohol Abuse Education
          Qualitative Studies
          Focus Groups
          Audiorecording
          Thematic Analysis
          Risk Factors
          Family
          Child
          Adolescence
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          Child: 6-12 years
          Adolescent: 13-18 years
      ab: A variety of reasons have been advanced for the high prevalence of alcohol and drug use among young adolescent American Indians. Research to date has not provided adequate information that would be helpful in the design and implementation of viable prevention programs among adolescents' in ethnic communities. This article focuses on American Indian adolescents' perceptions of risk factors and effects associated with alcohol use during pregnancy, as well as age-related prevention strategies for fetal alcohol syndrome. A focus group approach was used to elicit perceptions from participants. Results indicated that peer pressure, influences of adult drinking behaviors, stressful family environment, and the acceptance of alcohol use in the Indian community may be risk factors associated with alcohol use among American Indian youth. Participants, however, indicated lack of knowledge about the relationship between Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and alcohol use during pregnancy. Practical prevention approaches are recommended, including: (1) incorporation of alcohol prevention messages with music, posters, and communication technology tools; (2) education in risk factors and effects of alcohol use for young adolescents; (3) prevention of alcohol use through active involvement in social and physical activities; (4) empowerment of youth through peer leadership; and (5) improvement in family relationships and an environment with stronger adherence to Indian cultural traditions.
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