Social network experiences of Filipino youth drug users prior to drug abuse
Date of Publication
2008
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department/Unit
Psychology
Thesis Adviser
Marshall Valencia
Defense Panel Member
Ellen Morada
Abstract/Summary
This study explored the experiences of Filipino youth drug users on familial and peer social networks. It identified social network elements and relationships between them that led to the engagement of drugs. A grounded theory approach was used to discover the meanings of the experiences of the individuals. Data was gathered from five former youth drug users using a semi-structured narrative interview. Interview transcripts were processed by initially extracting descriptive elements. From these elements, perceptions were formed by the individuals. The incorporation of these elements and perceptions created a model. Findings suggest that most of the participants belonged to a dysfunctional family. Their experiences with the dysfunctional family led them to associate with peer or sibling drug users. Their drug addiction seems to stem from the process of having a dysfunctional family that shifts them towards peer or sibling influence. Our results are parallel to previous studies concerning the connection of familial and peer social groups to inclination of committing delinquent behaviors, particularly drug abuse. The Filipino family structure has evolved and it seems to have a connection with the prevalent drug abuse of Filipino youth.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU14021
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
97 leaves : ill. ; 29 cm.
Keywords
Drug addicts--Philippines--Social conditions; Drug addiction--Philippines
Recommended Citation
Bailon, L. T., Romero, M. V., & Wilson, P. G. (2008). Social network experiences of Filipino youth drug users prior to drug abuse. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/6736