• Himanshi singh
• HEMA KUMARI MEHAR

Background: This research aims to explore the factors that lead to alcohol consumption as well as the perspectives on addiction and its impact on dependency levels among people from different ethnic backgrounds. Cultural acceptance of alcohol can shape individuals' attitudes and understanding of the substance, which can consequently influence their susceptibility to addiction. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional design was used for the investigation, which was carried out at a mental health facility. Twenty patients from the state of Jaipur from both tribal and non-tribal communities made up the research population. The ICD 11 diagnostic criteria for mental and behavioral problems caused by the alcohol dependent syndrome, with active dependence, were met by the patients; those with concomitant conditions or consequences were not included. A newly created Sociodemographic Clinical Performa, a modified Reasons for Substance Use scale, an Addiction Belief scale, and an Alcohol Dependence scale were used to evaluate the subjects. Statistical Analysis and Results: A disproportionately large proportion of tribal members stated drinking alcohol for social enhancement and coping with unpleasant emotions rather than for personal enhancement. For individuals who used alcohol as a coping mechanism for unpleasant feelings, addiction was severe. Across all cultures, it was shown that there was a stronger belief in the free-will paradigm, with no relationship to the purpose of intake. It is difficult to extend this cross-sectional study design, which was based on patients, to the general public. Conclusion: The main cause of the higher prevalence of substance dependence in tribal appears to be societal. acceptance and pressure, together with severe emotional difficulties. The demands of the ethnic groups should be considered when planning primary prevention.

Alcohol dependence, culture, free-will, tribes

"ALCOHOL USE AMONG TRIBALS AND NON-TRIBALS OF RAJASTHAN: A COMPARATIVE STUDY", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no.c695-c701, November-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2311295.pdf

"ALCOHOL USE AMONG TRIBALS AND NON-TRIBALS OF RAJASTHAN: A COMPARATIVE STUDY", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 11, page no. ppc695-c701, November-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2311295.pdf