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Client perceptions of incest and substance abuse
T P Janikowski1, J E Bordieri, N M Glover
1College of Education, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale 62901-4609, USA.
Addictive Behaviors
|July 1, 1997
Summary
A study of 732 individuals in substance abuse treatment found that 36.3% were incest survivors. Incest survivors reported distinct perceptions regarding stigma, substance abuse, and counseling, impacting treatment approaches.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Substance abuse and incest are significant public health issues.
- Understanding the intersection of incest experiences and substance abuse treatment is crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of incest victimization among individuals in substance abuse treatment.
- To explore the perceptions of incest survivors regarding substance abuse, incest, and counseling.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 732 clients from 35 US substance abuse treatment facilities using the Substance Abuse and Incest Survey-Revised (SAIS-R).
- Descriptive statistics and factor analysis were used to examine participant demographics and perceptions.
Main Results:
- 36.3% of participants reported a history of incest victimization.
- Incest survivors showed significantly higher rates of female victims compared to non-survivors.
- Factor analysis identified five key perception factors: Stigma and Resistance to Counseling, Substance Abuse and Incest, Ambivalence, Fear and Anticipation, and Receptivity to Counseling.
Conclusions:
- Incest victimization is prevalent in substance abuse treatment populations.
- Specific perceptions among incest survivors necessitate tailored therapeutic strategies in substance abuse treatment.
- Addressing stigma and ambivalence is key to improving counseling receptivity for incest survivors in substance abuse programs.