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Henning Pettersen1,2,3, Anne Landheim1,2,4, Ivar Skeie4,5
1Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Concurrent Substance Abuse and Mental Health Disorders and Mental Health Division, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Brumunddal, Norway.
Substance Abuse : Research and Treatment
|March 20, 2019
Summary
Positive relationships and self-agency are key for long-term substance use disorder (SUD) recovery. Engaging with supportive networks and protecting oneself from negative influences aids sustained abstinence.
Area of Science:
- Addiction Medicine
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) often experience diminished social support.
- Understanding the role of social relationships in sustained recovery is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the influence of social relationships on achieving and maintaining long-term abstinence from SUD.
- To identify key relationships that support recovery.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews with 18 participants with SUD and at least 5 years of abstinence.
- Inclusion of a peer consultant resource group in study design and analysis.
Main Results:
- Peer recognition and supportive relationships with service providers or siblings were vital for initiating abstinence.
- Maintaining positive relationships and exercising self-agency against negative influences are important for sustained recovery.
Conclusions:
- Social support networks play a significant role in long-term SUD recovery.
- Service providers should integrate client social networks into treatment and personalize services.
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