Promoción de factores protectores en el Movimiento Internacional de Alcohólicos Anónimos 24 horas de la ciudad de Riobamba, provincia de Chimborazo. Noviembre 2014 – febrero 2015

Abstract

The objective of this research was promote the Protective factors in the International Movement of Alcoholics Anonymous "24 hours" in order to improve its life quality, The present project is a descriptive study of cross-section, was worked with a total of 38 people of the group, due to the population size it was not necessary to take a sample. The survey was used like research instrument; through the same the socio-demographic characteristics; beliefs and risk practices were identified. Like result, a high level of knowledge related to the alcoholism was obtained, but low related to the protective factors, believes and risk practices. In order to promote the protective factors seven work sessions of testimonies were planned, where guides and personalized videos were developed for strengthening and promoting the protective specific factors in each member of the group through which a confident environment and open dialogue was created with every one of them. In conclusion the personal knowledge, their strengths and motivations that allow them to improve their life style without alcohol. It is recommended to the centre authorities to work with new people that joining to the group 24 hours with the same addiction problems. The doors are always open for everybody.