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Michael D Stein1,2, Jessica N Flori3, Claire E Blevins1,4
1Department of Behavioral Medicine, Butler Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island.
Background/Objectives:
The current study examined knowledge of previous use, and willingness to take alcohol-related medication among individuals in medically supervised detoxification.
Methods:
Participants (n = 302) provided health and demographic information, substance use and detoxification history, PCP visits, and AA attendance.
Results:
Most patients had knowledge of alcohol medications, one-third had past prescription, and over 80% reported willingness to take medication. Previous detoxification predicted medication knowledge, while previous treatment predicted past prescription.
Discussion/Conclusions:
More patients are willing to take medication than are prescribed medication.
Scientific Significance:
Findings suggest the opportunity to increase medication use following detoxification which could reduce subsequent relapse. (Am J Addict 2017;26:118-121).
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