Developing a Participatory Management Model to Reduce Alcohol Consumption in the Somboonpoonsuk Community in Lopburi Province

Abstract

The purposes of this research were: (1) to develop a participatory management model to reduce alcohol consumption and (2) to study the results of using a participatory management model in reducing alcohol consumption. The research tools were a semi-structured interview and participatory observation. Data analysis was done using content analysis using participatory action research methods. The target groups include monks, community leaders, and local leaders. Network leaders and signatories abstaining from alcohol during Lent in the Somboon Poonsuk Community in Lopburi province, who wish to sign abstinence from alcohol during Lent, 33 people in 2021, and 99 people wished to sign abstinence from

alcohol for Lent in 2022.
         The results of the study found that:

1. The participatory management model to reduce alcohol consumption has six elements: 1) clear goals, 2) building confidence, 3) strengthening morale, 4) creating jobs and careers, 5) self-analysis, and 6) leadership skills.
2. The results of using a participatory management model in reducing alcohol consumption. Those who sign to abstain from drinking during Buddhist Lent at the personal level Have self-understanding and can analyze themselves had self-love and self-worth. families level very satisfied loved warmth in the families returns, a good relationship, savings, and happiness in his family. The community level has responsibility, unity, and sacrifice was the strong model community that is a source for study visits.