"A COMPARISON OF GOVERMENT SCHOOLS AND ISLAMIC PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN THE FIVE SOUTHERN BORDER PROVINCES ON 'SOCIAL SUPPORT,' PARTICIPATION MECHANISMS, A ND MEASURESs TO PREVENT NEW SMOKERS"

Abstract

The research article aims to i) investigate the knowledge, attitudes, and awareness of teachers, parents, and communities regarding the problem of preventing new smokers in government schools and Islamic private schools in the five southern border provinces, ii) study the participation mechanisms and measures to prevent new smokers in government schools and Islamic private schools, iii) analyze social support that contributes to promoting the prevention of new smokers in government schools and Islamic private schools and iv) compare government schools with Islamic private schools in the five southern border provinces concerning measures to prevent new smokers. The research methodology involves conducting interviews with parents, students, school personnel, educational stakeholders, community members, and religious leaders in the five southern border provinces where both government and Islamic private schools are located. The study aims to comprehensively cover individuals with a vested interest in the prevention of new smokers.

The research findings were shown as follows:

Knowledge, Attitudes, and Awareness: There is a high level of awareness among teachers, parents, and communities regarding the issue of preventing new smokers in both government schools and Islamic private schools in the five southern border provinces. This is especially true concerning concerns about becoming new smokers in the context of electronic cigarettes.

Participation Mechanisms and Prevention Measures: Regarding the participation mechanisms and measures to prevent new smokers in government schools and Islamic private schools, it was found that schools have some mechanisms in place, though they may not be as stringent as needed. For example, schools may have support systems like Student Care, and communities may have awareness campaigns through Friday sermons.

Social Support: The study suggests that support from the family, school, and community remains crucial in fostering the prevention of new smokers. Cooperation among these entities is essential to effectively discourage individuals from becoming new smokers.

Comparison Between Government and Islamic Private Schools: In comparing government schools with Islamic private schools in the five southern border provinces regarding measures to prevent new smokers, the research found that the two types of schools may have different approaches. Islamic private schools, in particular, may incorporate religious teachings more directly into measures aimed at preventing new smokers. These findings can contribute to recommendations and guidelines for effective smoking prevention strategies.

Keywords: Social Support, New Smokers, Participation, Southern Border Provinces