Table 3.

Themes Regarding Consequences and Impact of Unhealthy Alcohol Use

1. Perceived Consequences of Unhealthy Alcohol Use on…

Physical Health

Alcohol use will lead to new disease or death in the future

Alcohol impacts health today

Mental Health

Alcohol seen as a way to cope with depression and loneliness

Will come to believe that no one loves him

2. Impact of Alcohol on Family Relationships

Children and extended family suffer more than the alcohol user realizes

Family has cut-off the alcohol user

3. Family Values and Assistance for Behavior Change

Restoring relationships with spouses and children most important

Health educators that treated men like family, e.g., caring, worrying about safety