Statistically the odds of becoming alcohol dependent have in the past varied sig
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Question
Statistically the odds of becoming alcohol dependent have in the past varied significantly from country to country. This is not a matter of genetic differences. The genetic differences within racial and ethnic groups are greater than the differences between groups. Alcohol consumption varies widely from country to country.
Select another country to compare to the United States and discuss the following:
1. What are the rates of alcoholism?
2. Does the country promote drinking compared to the U.S.?
3. What are the factors related to gender, the differences, comparisons, percentage of males and females with problems of alcoholism?
4. What programs are available to assist those with alcohol abuse?
5. Discuss if religion is a positive or negative factor in the country comparison.
6. Discuss any other critical findings you discovered.
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Explanation / Answer
Let us compare with India.
1) India is one of the rapidly growing markets for alcohol. The alcohol market in India is growing at a CAGR of 8.8% and it is anticipated to reach the consumption of 16.8 Billion litres by 2022. But considering the vast population, the per capita consumption as compared to the countries in West, is very less.
2) Alcohol consumption has been banned in some states e.g. Gujarat, some parts of Manipur as well as in some Union territories. So, India doesn't promote drinking. Other states permit alcohol consumption but sticking to legal age consideration. Also efforts are going on to reduce the same by imparting healthy habits such as yoga, exercise, etc.
3) India has different states where drinking habits are very much different. So it is very difficult to analyse the particular drinking culture in India. Major factors that lead to alcohol consumption are Blind following of Westernisation, peer pressure, lack of information etc. Around 29% of Male population consumes Alcohol. Whereas, the female alcoholism seems to be low i.e. around 1-2%.
4) There are information centres devoted to alcoholism and drugs prevention in India. Rehabilitation centres have been established. Government has launched Helpline dedicated to help alcohol and drug abusers. Government is trying to promote healthy habits in youth in the form Yoga, Meditation, Sports, etc.
5) India is having diversified culture with diverse religions. There are Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, etc. Religion is acting in a positive way in prevention of alcohol or drug abuse. As every religion promotes the healthy living and prevents any kind of abuse.
6) Alcoholism or drug abuse is not just one problem. It comes with a whole lot of problems such as accidents, financial issue, sexual abuse, etc. In some countries alcohol is consumed as a cover to cold weather. So it is important to understand these things before blindly following anything.