Understanding the underlying factors of Internet addiction across cultures: A comparison study

Chen, Lei‐da; Nath, Ravi

doi:10.1016/j.elerap.2016.02.003

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“…Considering the growing evidence regarding the importance of cultural sensitivity towards predicting treatment process and outcomes (Russell, Davies & Hunter, 2011;Egerer, 2013;Chen & Nath, 2016;Koski-Jännes, Pennonen, & Simmat-Durand, 2016) and the general lack of research in this area (Holma et al, 2011;Fraser, 2016), this study aims at highlighting emic views on alcohol addiction among individuals involved in alcohol treatment in Uganda and Belgium. Intercultural studies on the intersection between addictive and non-addictive behaviours are important to improve insights on effective prevention and diagnostic/therapeutic strategies and to enhance information exchange on best practices in a world characterized by constant migration, in which addiction has become a global phenomenon (Chen & Nath, 2016).…”

Section: Intercultural Studies On (Alcohol) Addictionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…al., 2010) and lack of collaboration with high income countries. Some recent studies (e.g., Holma et al, 2011;Russell, Davies, & Hunter, 2011;Egerer, 2013;Fraser, 2015;Chen & Nath, 2016;Koski-Jannes et al, 2016) have addressed inter-nation and inter-culture differences, but like most previous explorations, these studies are confined to comparisons among highincome countries and only Chen and Nath (2016) refer to low-income countries.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Application of models that were generated elsewhere and transferred to other cultural settings have often led to misguided, erroneous and conflicting results (Chen & Nath, 2016). This, this study is hence intended to contribute knowledge towards possible prevention and treatment measures of AUDs for specific contexts.…”

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“…On the other hand, Belgian respondents emphasized affordability (CROIC, 2011) and internal factors. Alcohol is used to boost personal confidence and relational skills (Niemz, Griffiths, & Banyard, 2005;Chen & Nath, 2016;Perkins).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The COM-B model Since efforts to find a common definition of addiction stir more controversy than consensus, Sulkunen & Warsell (2012) recommended to tailor interventions around prevailing societal perceptions. A salient feature of current models and theories of addiction is that they are primarily based upon American and European studies (West, 2013), which raises questions regarding their generalizability to other cultures (Chen & Nath 2016). A cross-cultural approach is warranted to understand addiction in nonwestern countries.…”

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Background: Although conceptualisation of addiction varies with time and culture, literature on intercultural studies between the high and low income countries is scarce.This article uses DSM-5 guidelines on diagnosis of AUD and the COM-B model to explore perspectives on alcohol addiction and its facilitating factors in Uganda and Belgium.Method: Sixty qualitative interviews (40 with service providers and 20 service users) were administered in four alcohol treatment centres, two in Uganda and two in Belgium.Interviews were transcribed and analysed thematically using Nvivo software.Results: While addiction was regarded as a disease enabled by capability factors (affordability and absence of life and social skills) by Belgian respondents, many Ugandans viewed it as a moral or criminal issue; motivated by the varied roles of informal alcohol use amidst weak restrictions. Opportunity-related factors including, acceptability, availability, media influence, cultural/religious beliefs and practices and peer influence were recognised as alcohol addiction facilitating factors in both countries where stigma was equally prevalent.Recommendations: Interventions in Uganda could explore strengthening legislation and research on utilisation of the well-entrenched religious and cultural institutions to encourage alternatives to alcohol use. In Belgium, promotion of life and social skills, alcohol regulation in educational institutions and other demand reduction strategies seem essential to delay the onset of abuse. In both societies; general reduction of opportunities for access, early intervention, programs for young persons and prevention of stigma through awareness-raising can be explored for mitigation of AUD.

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