Characteristics of alcoholics and codependents who did and did not complete treatment

Demographic data were collected on 803 patients who were treated for dependency/codependency issues at the Center for Problem Resolution (CPR) from September 1, 1986, until December 31, 1987. Comparisons were made between patients who completed treatment and noncompleters. Results are reported on the entire sample and then broken down into three patient categories. Factors which may be associated with staying in treatment for codependents are previous counseling and health problems. Chemical dependents who tended to finish treatment were female, employed, not detoxing, and willing to commit themselves to an appropriate number of self-help meetings following treatment.