The alcohol marketing policy environment and adolescent drinking in Sri Lanka: A qualitative exploration of stakeholder perspectives

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lathika Athauda ◽  
Roshini Peiris‐John ◽  
Judith McCool ◽  
Rajitha Wickremasinghe ◽  
Shanthi Ameratunga
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Policy Environment ◽  
Adolescent Drinking ◽  
Stakeholder Perspectives ◽  
Marketing Policy ◽  
Alcohol Marketing ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

Impact of Economic Labour Migration: A Qualitative Exploration of Left-Behind Family Member Perspectives in Sri Lanka

2013 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 885-894 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chesmal Siriwardhana ◽  
Kolitha Wickramage ◽  
Kaushalya Jayaweera ◽  
Anushka Adikari ◽  
Sulochana Weerawarna ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Family Member ◽  
Labour Migration ◽  
Left Behind ◽  
Qualitative Exploration

scholarly journals Post-War Livelihood Development in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-106
Author(s):  
Suresh Kanesh
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
International Organizations ◽  
East Coast ◽  
Youth Unemployment ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Development Path ◽  
Stakeholder Perspectives ◽  
Post War ◽  
Basic Infrastructure ◽  
Small Industries

This paper examines the post war livelihood development in Batticaloa district, in the East coast of Sri Lanka. Batticaloa has been ravaged three decades of civil war and end of war the district has been emerging the development path. This paper discusses trends of major livelihood recovery of the district,fishing, agriculture, tourism and financial sector development in the district. Number of developments programmes initiated by the successive governments and international organizations in the district. This study measures the stakeholder perspectives of the livelihood recovery of the district. The study used primary data from more than 200 sample respondents and interviews with relevant stakeholders. The study revealed that major livelihood such as fishing and agriculture improved slightly since end of the war 2009. However, lack of financial support and basic infrastructure hinder the livelihood initiatives. Study further revealed that the absent of small industries or factories in the district causes persistent youth unemployment.

Perceptions of alcohol use in UK 12–14 year olds

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 262-271 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lynne Wood ◽  
Isabella McMurray
Keyword(s):  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Alcohol Misuse ◽  
Peer Groups ◽  
Drinking Behaviour ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Adolescent Drinking ◽  
Effective Interventions ◽  
Number Of Factors ◽  
Qualitative Exploration ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose A continuing challenge in the design of effective interventions to prevent adolescents’ alcohol misuse is understanding adolescent drinking behaviour. Although previous research has indicated a number of factors that might predict drinking behaviour, there has been less qualitative exploration of adolescents’ own views. The purpose of this paper is to gain a further understanding of adolescents’ views towards alcohol use and the types of environment in which adolescents drink alcohol. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative design was employed with eight focus groups conducted in groups of 3–5 with 27 adolescents (12 girls and 15 boys) aged between 12 and 14. Findings Thematic analysis identified overarching themes evident across groups suggesting key influences on adolescent drinking behaviour are “social norms”, “enjoyment of alcohol”, “images” and “creation of drinking spaces”. Research limitations/implications This research highlights the importance of environments, parents, friends and peers in understanding adolescent’s alcohol use. Practical implications The implications of this research suggest that interventions should consider targeting peer groups. Social implications These themes highlight the importance of more socially based interventions. Originality/value This paper explores adolescents’ own views of their drinking behaviours.

scholarly journals Does Industry-Driven Alcohol Marketing Influence Adolescent Drinking Behaviour? A Systematic Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 84-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie Scott ◽  
Colin Muirhead ◽  
Janet Shucksmith ◽  
Rachel Tyrrell ◽  
Eileen Kaner
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Drinking Behaviour ◽  
Adolescent Drinking ◽  
Marketing Influence ◽  
Alcohol Marketing

scholarly journals Assessment of Adolescent and Youth Friendly Health Services in Sri Lanka using WHO’s ‘4S’ Framework

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
N Wickramasinghe ◽  
C Vithana ◽  
A Lokubalasooriya ◽  
N Hemachandra
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Adolescent Health ◽  
National Level ◽  
Policy Environment ◽  
Manual Search ◽  
Care Package ◽  
Youth Friendly ◽  
Health Programmes

Abstract Background The Adolescent and Youth Friendly Health Services (AYFHS) in Sri Lanka (SL) are provided via three service models, viz., hospital-based, field-based and centre-based. This study assessed the implementation status of AYFHS in SL. Methods A panel of experts conducted the review by adopting a participatory approach. Policies and supporting documents were collected from the relevant sectors of the Ministry of Health using electronic and manual search and by visiting institutions/resource persons. The strengths and weaknesses of the AYFHS were identified using the WHO’s ’4S’ Framework consisting strategic information (S1), supportive evidence-informed policies (S2), strengthening services for adolescents (S3) and strengthening collaboration with other sectors (S4). Results While recent development of guidelines, standards and protocols in line with WHO/UNAIDS ’Global Standards for Quality Health-care Services for Adolescents’ was the main strength on S1, gaps in timeliness, completeness and accuracy of the data; and the gaps in effective utilization of sub-national level data addressing area specific problems were the main weaknesses. On S2, SL has a strong, supportive policy environment to promote adolescent health. Lack of coherence in existing health related policies was the main gap. A comprehensive health care package was a strength on S3, while difficulty in reaching the vulnerable groups, curative service oriented service package and underutilization of the health services by adolescents were the weaknesses. On S4, lack of sustained political commitment identifying adolescent health as a priority development issue across multi-stakeholders and their silo mentality to maintain the accountability/ownership of cross-cutting programmatic activities were the weaknesses. Conclusions Despite numerous imposing challenges, with mainstreaming and constructive monitoring, the AYFHS in SL will remain as one of the best adolescent health programmes in the region. Key messages Assessment of Sri Lankan AYFHS according to the WHO’s ’4S’ Framework revealed multiple strengths such as updated guidelines, supportive policy environment and comprehensive care package. Despite numerous imposing challenges, with mainstreaming and constructive monitoring, the AYFHS in SL will remain as one of the best adolescent health programmes in the region.

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