The Development of A Model to Prevention of Drowning Mortality Among Children Aged Under 15 Years in Taphraya District, Sakaeo Province

Abstract

     This study is an action research aimed at developing a model for preventing drowning deaths among children under 15 years old in Taphraya District, Sa Kaeo Province. The research process followed four steps: planning, action, observation, and reflection. The participants included government agencies, community organizations, parents, and children under 15 years old. Data collection tools included questionnaires, interviews, and observation forms. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics.
     The results showed that after the implementation of the developed model, both parents and children demonstrated a statistically significant increase in knowledge about drowning prevention (p < 0.001). Additionally, the children’s water survival skills and their behavior in preventing drowning also improved significantly (p < 0.001).