Kamila Shaipranova

Relationship between economic stress and alcohol addiction in Kazakhstan

Started Apr. 12, 2024

Abstract or project description

Kamila is working on writing a review paper that discusses the relationship between economic stress and alcohol addiction in Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. The project involves a comprehensive examination of how financial instability, such as unemployment and debt, influences excessive alcohol consumption and addiction, particularly among middle-aged men in the region. By exploring the neurobiological mechanisms underlying addiction, Kamila aims to shed light on how stress affects brain function and contributes to addictive behaviors. Her paper will also discuss the social and economic consequences of alcohol addiction, providing insights into the broader impacts on health, family dynamics, and societal costs. This review aims to inform public health policies and interventions, offering potential solutions to mitigate the adverse effects of economic stress on alcohol addiction in Kazakhstan.