The Effectiveness of the Anti–Drug Program to Drug Reformists of Barangay Bato and its Effect on Their Human Well–Being

Abstract

This study aims to comprehensively investigate the effectiveness of an anti-drug program and its impact on the human well-being of 35 Drug Reformists residing in Barangay Bato, Toril, Davao City. The research focuses on three key components of the anti-drug program, namely the livelihood program, spiritual program, and educational program, serving as indicators for evaluating their effectiveness in contributing to the well-being of drug reformists. The research considers variables such as the financial, educational, and spiritual aspects to discern their influence on the overall well-being of the participants. The comprehensive research method employed in this study involves the collection of quantitative data through structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics are utilized to present a detailed analysis of the data, providing insights into the demographic characteristics and initial conditions of the participants. Furthermore, regression analysis, specifically the stepwise regression technique, is applied to identify the relationships between the variables and to determine the significant predictors of human well-being among drug reformists. The results of the analysis revealed a high correlation between the variables, highlighting the intricate interplay between the effectiveness of the anti-drug program and the human well-being of the participants. Notably, the stepwise regression analysis excluded the educational program indicator, suggesting that it does not significantly influence the human well-being of drug reformists in this context. This finding contributes valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners involved in anti-drug initiatives, emphasizing the need for a nuanced approach that prioritizes certain program components over others based on their impact on human well-being.