Protocol to study the role of alcohol consumption and alcohol control policy for economic development and health in membership countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) 2000–2023: A modelling study

Introduction Economic development leads to higher life expectancy, and in most countries is also associated with a higher level of alcohol consumption, as more people start to consume alcohol. As alcohol consumption is a major risk factor for many diseases, this reduces life expectancy, and in turn slows down economic development. However, alcohol control policies may reduce consumption and mitigate the detrimental effects of alcohol use on life expectancy and the economy. The objectives of this study are to quantify the interrelations between alcohol control policies, levels and patterns of consumption, life expectancy, and economic development for the ASEAN countries between 2000 and today. Methods and analysis Secondary data analysis of available data, using a cross-sectionally correlated and time-wise autoregressive model for the main conceptual model. In addition, the detrimental effects of alcohol consumption on economic development are estimated directly and indirectly via its effect on health indicators. Ethics and dissemination As a secondary analysis of publicly available data, this study did not require approval of a research ethics board. Its results will be disseminated via peer-reviewed publications, webinars and other forms available to decision-makers. Strengths and limitations of this study Selection of a region (ASEAN countries) which experienced high growth of economic wealth as measured by increases in per capita gross domestic product in purchasing power parity. Standardized comparable data from international agencies (World Bank, World Health Organization) Strong conceptual model Sufficient data points to conduct the cross-sectionally correlated and time-wise autoregressive model Potential practical implications on health policy.

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The International Journal of Alcohol and Drug Research
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2025-09-26
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https://doi.org/10.7895/ijadr.593
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Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
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Protocol to study the role of alcohol consumption and alcohol control policy for economic development and health in membership countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) 2000–2023: A modelling study

Bundit Sornpaisarn, Jiraluck Nontarak, Ahmed S. Hassan, Hoàng Thị Mỹ Hạnh et al.
The International Journal of Alcohol and Drug Research
Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
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Protocol to study the role of alcohol consumption and alcohol control policy for economic development and health in membership countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) 2000–2023: A modelling study

Bundit Sornpaisarn, Jiraluck Nontarak, Ahmed S. Hassan, Hoàng Thị Mỹ Hạnh, Wen Ting Tong, Enjeline Hanafi, Kristiana Siste, Nyi Nyi Zayar, Vassana Thammavongsa, Wit Wichaidit, Gianna Gayle Herrera Amul, Chansathit Taikeophithoun, Nurhaliza Zakariah, Belinda Julivia Murtani, Anthony Eka Wijaya, Ko Ko Zaw, Sok King Ong, Siyan Yi, Sawitri Assanangkornchai, Jürgen T. Rehm, Noran Naqiah Hairi, Polathep Vichitkunakorn, Nguyễn Thế Vinh, Kevin D. Shield, Kyaw Ko Ko Htet, Vathsana Somphet, Wah Yun Low, Vanphanom Sychareun, Pheak Chhoun, Hafsah Alwafa Zulakmal
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Introduction Economic development leads to higher life expectancy, and in most countries is also associated with a higher level of alcohol consumption, as more people start to consume alcohol. As alcohol consumption is a major risk factor for many diseases, this reduces life expectancy, and in turn slows down economic development. However, alcohol control policies may reduce consumption and mitigate the detrimental effects of alcohol use on life expectancy and the economy. The objectives of this study are to quantify the interrelations between alcohol control policies, levels and patterns of consumption, life expectancy, and economic development for the ASEAN countries between 2000 and today. Methods and analysis Secondary data analysis of available data, using a cross-sectionally correlated and time-wise autoregressive model for the main conceptual model. In addition, the detrimental effects of alcohol consumption on economic development are estimated directly and indirectly via its effect on health indicators. Ethics and dissemination As a secondary analysis of publicly available data, this study did not require approval of a research ethics board. Its results will be disseminated via peer-reviewed publications, webinars and other forms available to decision-makers. Strengths and limitations of this study Selection of a region (ASEAN countries) which experienced high growth of economic wealth as measured by increases in per capita gross domestic product in purchasing power parity. Standardized comparable data from international agencies (World Bank, World Health Organization) Strong conceptual model Sufficient data points to conduct the cross-sectionally correlated and time-wise autoregressive model Potential practical implications on health policy.

The International Journal of Alcohol and Drug Research
Ministry of Health (MY), Prince of Songkla University (TH), Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CA), National University of Singapore (SG), University of Toronto (CA), Universiti Brunei Darussalam (BN), Mahidol University (TH), University of Medicine Mandalay (MM), University of Malaya (MY), Nordic wildfish (Norway) (NO), Faculty of Public Health (GB), Health Strategy and Policy Institute (VN), National University Health System (SG), Ministry of Health (VN), University of Medicine 2 Yangon (MM), Rumah Sakit Umum Pusat Nasional Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo (ID), University Of Medicine 1 Yangon (MM)
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