Related Experiment Video
Updated: Mar 29, 2026

Investigating Drivers of Antireward in Addiction Behavior with Anatomically Specific Single-Cell Gene Expression Methods
Published on: August 4, 2022
[RELATIONSHIPS AMONG DRUG ABUSE PATIENTS' CHARACTERISTICS AND WITH THEIR TREATMENT SATISFACTION]
Abstract:
In the last years, studies of patients' satisfaction in drug abuse treatments have become a valuable tool for assessing the quality of treatment and predicting their outcome. However, no previous research has been found that examine patients' conditions that could predict satisfaction. This study analyzes the relationship between patients' characteristics and their degrees of satisfaction in treatment using a probabilistic sample of 216 patients from institutions specializing in addictions within the metropolitan area of Buenos Aires. Participants complete a questionnaire about their satisfaction with different elements of the treatment. Statistical analysis shows that some patients' variables are associated with different levels of satisfaction. Belonging to the male gender, having a significant other, and having lower levels of education were significantly linked with greater satisfaction. Fewer amounts of substances consumed as well as fewer substances that motivated the reason for consultation were associated with a higher degree of satisfaction. The results show the importance of assessing these existing features when designing treatments to suit the specific needs of patients; to seek higher levels of satisfaction, and ultimately, better overall results.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Drug Therapy
Antianxiety Medications
Drug Abuse and Addiction: Pharmacological Phenomena
Drug Dependence
Factors Affecting Drug Response: Overview
Substance Use Disorders Affecting Sleep
Understanding the concepts of physical dependence,...
Elements Crucial for Effective Psychotherapy
The Therapeutic Alliance
The therapeutic alliance refers to the relationship between the therapist and the client. The alliance strengthens when the therapist and the client engage in a nurturing, supportive, trusting, empathetic, and respectful relationship, improving therapeutic outcomes. Therapists must monitor this relationship...

