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Majer JM, Jason LA, Bobak TJ. Understanding recovery Capital in relation to categorical 12-Step involvement and abstinence social support. ADDICTION RESEARCH & THEORY 2022; 30:207-212. [PMID: 36275074 PMCID: PMC9585994 DOI: 10.1080/16066359.2021.1999935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2021] [Revised: 10/24/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
Abstract
Background Although recovery capital represents various resources for persons recovering from substance use disorders, measures of this construct examine components that might not necessarily reflect the recovery goals of individuals who base their recovery through involvement in 12-step groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA). It is not clear whether 12-step involvement is related to recovery capital, particularly among individuals living in recovery homes who utilize social networks of recovering peers for their recovery. Thus, categorical involvement in a set of 12-step activities was examined in relation to recovery capital and abstinence social support. Methods Differences in terms of general (recovery capital scores, retention rates) and abstinence-specific (abstinence social support) resources were examined in relation to recovery home residents who were (n = 395) and were not (n = 232) categorically involved in their 12-step recovery. Results Residents with categorical 12-step involvement reported significantly higher levels of recovery capital and abstinence social support, and there was no significant difference observed in retention rates between residents who were/were not categorically involved in 12-step groups. Conclusions Findings suggest community resources such as recovery homes and categorical involvement in 12-step groups are important recovery capital components that help individuals who use a 12-step approach to their recovery. Recovery capital among those involved with 12-step fellowships such as AA and NA should be assessed by examining abstinence-specific components such as representative involvement in 12-step groups and social support that is abstinence-specific.
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- John M. Majer
- Social and Behavioral Sciences Department, Harry S. Truman College, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, Chicago, IL, USA
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Adelman-Mullally T, Kerber C, Reitz OE, Kim M. Alcohol Abstinence Self-Efficacy and Recovery Using Alcoholics Anonymous ® An Integrative Review of the Literature. J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv 2021; 59:33-39. [PMID: 34110953 DOI: 10.3928/02793695-20210324-05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a chronic health problem in the United States, with social, economic, and personal consequences. The purpose of the current integrative review was to examine recovery from AUD in adult Alcoholics Anonymous® (AA) members working the 12 steps. Databases were searched using a combination of search terms with inclusion criteria of human adult studies published in English between 2010 to 2020. Searching the references of retained records also identified other relevant studies for inclusion. Through the process of two searches and examination of retained records' reference lists, 20 articles were retained. AA outcomes frequently cited are abstinence, improved self-efficacy, improved psychosocial well-being, and improved social networks. These positive outcomes are linked to attendance and participation in AA. There is a deficiency of research specific to how AA works to achieve the ascribed outcomes. This identified gap in the state of the science lays the foundation for future research. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx(xx), xx-xx.].
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Majer JM, Jason LA, Norris J, Hickey P, Jeong H, Bobak TJ. Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Utilization Among Oxford House Residents. Community Ment Health J 2020; 56:925-932. [PMID: 31993842 DOI: 10.1007/s10597-020-00558-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Accepted: 01/24/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) and recovery homes that have traditionally served those not taking medications for their recovery are important resources for treating opioid use disorder. However, little is known whether such recovery homes are a good fit for persons utilizing MOUD, and whether residents' characteristics such as drug histories and the composition of recovery homes in terms MOUD and non-MOUD residents are related to attitudes toward MOUD. The present investigation examined characteristics of persons utilizing MOUD, and attitudes regarding MOUD utilization among residents living in recovery homes (Oxford Houses, OH) in the U.S. consisting of MOUD and non-MOUD residents. Residents living with others who were utilizing MOUD reported more favorable attitudes than residents who were not living with such residents, but this was observed only among residents whose primary drug of choice involved heroin or opioids. There were no significant differences observed in terms of abstinence rates, involvement in 12-step groups, or previous MOUD treatments between residents utilizing or not utilizing MOUD. Findings suggest that persons utilizing MOUD benefit by recovery homes such as OHs whose residents have favorable attitudes toward MOUD, especially when living with fellow residents who utilize MOUD.
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Affiliation(s)
- John M Majer
- Social Science Department, Harry S. Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL, 60640, USA.
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL, 60614, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL, 60614, USA
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- Social Science Department, Harry S. Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL, 60640, USA
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- Social Science Department, Harry S. Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL, 60640, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL, 60614, USA
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Reynolds L, Rogers O, Benford A, Ingwaldson A, Vu B, Holstege T, Alvarado K. Virtual Nature as an Intervention for Reducing Stress and Improving Mood in People with Substance Use Disorder. JOURNAL OF ADDICTION 2020; 2020:1892390. [PMID: 32518704 PMCID: PMC7256771 DOI: 10.1155/2020/1892390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2020] [Revised: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Substance use disorder (SUD) afflicts a large percentage of the United States population, with negative implications that cost more than $420 billion annually. This population often experiences negative emotions throughout the recovery process, including anxiety, depression, stress, and negative affect. Currently, evidence-based treatment strategies for SUD include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, 12-step programs, and mindfulness-based treatment. One intervention that has not been studied at length among individuals with SUD is use of the natural environment as treatment. Among other patient populations, nature has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety by regulating autonomic nervous system function, reducing symptoms of depression, and improving mood. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether viewing nature videos could similarly reduce stress and improve mood in individuals with SUD. A crossover design was used to compare viewing a nature scene and practicing mindfulness-based activities for women with SUD at a residential treatment facility. Over four weeks, participants engaged in the two activities for the first 10 minutes of their daily program. Immediately before and after each 10 minute session, measures were taken for heart rate, in beats per minute (BPM); affect, using the Positive and Negative Affect Scale (PANAS); and overall mood, using a 10-point rating scale from "very unpleasant" to "pleasant." Thirty-six women completed the study. For viewing a nature scene and practicing the mindfulness-based activities, there were statistically significant reductions in mean negative affect scores (p=0.001) and heart rate (p ≤ 0.001). In addition, for participants in both conditions, overall mood improved significantly (p=0.030). The results from this study provide initial evidence that viewing nature has similar benefits to MBT in the treatment of stress and negative mood associated with the SUD recovery process and may be an additional, cost-effective treatment strategy for individuals with SUD.
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- Lori Reynolds
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Faculty Lead for the Community Health Mentor Program (CHMP), 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Northern Arizona University, 435 N 5th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
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Majer JM, Plaza C, Jason LA. Abstinence Social Support Among Ex-Prisoners With Substance Use Disorders. THE PRISON JOURNAL 2016; 96:814-827. [PMID: 28484285 PMCID: PMC5419679 DOI: 10.1177/0032885516671890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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The relationships between abstinence social support, substance use, and abstinence self-efficacy were examined among a sample of ex-prisoners exiting inpatient treatment for substance use disorders. Ordinary least squares regressions and bootstrapping procedure were used to test whether the relationship between abstinence social support and substance use would be mediated by abstinence self-efficacy. Significant relationships between variables were observed, and abstinence self-efficacy mediated the relationship between abstinence social support and substance use. Findings suggest that abstinence social support is enhanced by abstinence self-efficacy, and that these recovery resources can benefit persons with incarceration histories who have substance use disorders.
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Majer JM, Chapman HM, Jason LA. Abstinence Self-Efficacy and Substance Use at 2 Years: The Moderating Effects of Residential Treatment Conditions. ALCOHOLISM TREATMENT QUARTERLY 2016; 34:386-401. [PMID: 28484303 DOI: 10.1080/07347324.2016.1217708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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The relationship between abstinence self-efficacy and substance use at 2 years was examined among a sample (N = 470) of persons with substance use disorders and recent incarceration histories. Participants were assigned to residential (therapeutic community/TC or Oxford House) or nonresidential (usual care) conditions. The authors hypothesized abstinence self-efficacy would predict decreased substance use, and residential treatments would moderate this relationship. A conditional effect was observed, with low levels of abstinence self-efficacy predicting significant increases in substance use in the TC and usual care conditions. Supplemental analyses revealed significant decreases in substance use over time among participants in the Oxford House condition, and a significant conditional effect (gender x treatment condition) in relation to substance use. Findings point to the need for researchers to examine factors that mitigate the relationship between abstinence self-efficacy and substance use outcomes, and for treatment providers to consider the Oxford House model for this population.
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Affiliation(s)
- John M Majer
- Harry S. Truman College, Social Science Department, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Majer JM, Salina DD, Jason LA. Social Support Among Substance Using Women with Criminal Justice Involvement. JOURNAL OF FORENSIC SOCIAL WORK 2015; 5:116-129. [PMID: 26949443 DOI: 10.1080/1936928x.2015.1075167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Social support types (abstinence, appraisal, belonging, tangible) were analyzed among a sample of women with criminal justice involvement and substance use disorders (n = 200). Hierarchical linear regression was conducted to examine social support types in relation to changes in abstinence self-efficacy while controlling for incarceration histories. Only abstinence social support and tangible social support predicted significant increases in abstinence self-efficacy, with tangible support accounting for more variance in the analytic model. Findings suggest women with criminal justice involvement who have substance use disorders have basic needs that if met would have an indirect effect on their recovery. Implications for treatment and research are discussed.
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- John M Majer
- Harry S. Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago, IL 60640 USA;
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- Northwestern University, 333 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1801 Chicago, IL 60601 USA;
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- DePaul University, Center for Community Research, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Suite 3100, Chicago, IL 60614 USA;
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Majer JM, Olson BD, Komer AC, Jason LA. Motivation Among Ex-Offenders Exiting Treatment: The Role of Abstinence Self-Efficacy. JOURNAL OF OFFENDER REHABILITATION 2015; 54:161-174. [PMID: 25960625 PMCID: PMC4423804 DOI: 10.1080/10509674.2015.1023483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The relationships between motivation, treatment readiness, and abstinence self-efficacy were examined among a sample of ex-offenders exiting inpatient treatment for substance use disorders. Hierarchical linear regression was conducted to examine changes in participants' motivation levels in relation to abstinence self-efficacy beyond what would be expected from treatment readiness and substance use. Abstinence self-efficacy predicted significant decreases in motivation whereas treatment readiness and substance use predicted significant increases. However, there was not a significant relationship between abstinence self-efficacy and treatment readiness. Findings suggest that motivation for change among persons with substance use disorders is related to their self-efficacy for ongoing abstinence.
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- John M. Majer
- Social Sciences Department, Harry S. Truman College, Chicago IL, USA
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- Psychology Department, National Louis University, Chicago, IL USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, Chicago, IL USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, Chicago, IL USA
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Majer JM, Glantsman O, Palmer JS, Jason LA. Predictors of Abstinence Self-Efficacy: Examining the role of HIV-risk Sexual Behavior. JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SERVICE RESEARCH 2014; 41:39-48. [PMID: 27226672 PMCID: PMC4876641 DOI: 10.1080/01488376.2014.935559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Abstinence self-efficacy, or the confidence in ones' beliefs in one's ability to effectively engage in behaviors to maintain substance use abstinence, is a crucial recovery resource. However, little research has been conducted on what predicts increases in this recovery resource. Understanding predictors of abstinence self-efficacy could help social service practitioners in creating effective treatment plans/interventions while extending what is presently known in this small body of research. Predictors of abstinence self-efficacy were analyzed among a sample of ex-offenders (224 men and 46 women) who were completing inpatient treatment for substance use disorders. Hierarchical linear regression was conducted to examine changes in participants' abstinence self-efficacy in relation to factors directly related (HIV-risk drug use behaviors, substance use, 12-step meeting attendance) and indirectly related (HIV-risk sexual behaviors, incarceration histories) to substance use. HIV-risk sexual behaviors and substance use predicted significant decreases in abstinence self-efficacy whereas 12-step meeting attendance predicted significant increases. However, incarceration histories and HIV-risk drug use behaviors were not significant predictors of abstinence self-efficacy. Findings suggest HIV-risk sexual behavior should be considered when assessing relapse prevention for persons with substance use disorders, and that researchers should examine behaviors that are not directly related to substance use when investigating recovery resources.
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Affiliation(s)
- John M. Majer
- Social Sciences Department, Harry S. Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave., Chicago IL, 60640, USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60640 USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60640 USA
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- Center for Community Research, DePaul University, 990 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60640 USA
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Timko C, Laudet A, Moos RH. Newcomers to Al-Anon family groups: Who stays and who drops out? Addict Behav 2014; 39:1042-9. [PMID: 24630826 PMCID: PMC4120873 DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2014.02.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2013] [Revised: 02/03/2014] [Accepted: 02/25/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Al-Anon Family Groups (Al-Anon), a 12-step mutual-help program for people concerned about another's drinking, is the most widely used form of help for concerned others (COs) in the US. This study assessed the prevalence of dropout, and predictors of dropout, in the six months following newcomers' initial attendance at Al-Anon meetings. Al-Anon's World Service Office mailed a random sample of groups, which subsequently yielded a sample of 251 newcomers who completed surveys at baseline and 6 months later. At the 6-month follow-up, 57% of newcomers at baseline had dropped out (had not attended any Al-Anon meetings during the past month). At baseline, individuals who later dropped out of Al-Anon were less likely to have been referred to Al-Anon by their drinker's health care provider, and reported less severe problems than individuals who continued to attend, but dropouts were more often concerned about their drinker's psychological health; newcomers with these concerns may have found them incompatible with Al-Anon's philosophy. Dropouts reported high rates of problems, suggesting that COs who drop out of Al-Anon would benefit from ongoing help and support.
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- Christine Timko
- Center for Innovation to Implementation, Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care System, 795 Willow Rd (152-MPD), Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA; Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, USA.
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- National Development and Research Institutes, 71 West 23rd St. (8th floor), New York, NY 10010, USA.
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- Center for Innovation to Implementation, Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care System, 795 Willow Rd (152-MPD), Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA; Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, USA.
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Majer JM, Jason LA, Aase DM, Droege JR, Ferrari JR. Categorical 12-step involvement and continuous abstinence at 2 years. J Subst Abuse Treat 2012; 44:46-51. [PMID: 22498012 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsat.2012.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2011] [Revised: 02/19/2012] [Accepted: 03/06/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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A longitudinal analysis of 12-step involvement was conducted among a U.S. sample of patients exiting treatment for substance dependence. Categorical involvement in a set of 12-step activities and summary scores of involvement from the Alcoholics Anonymous Affiliation Scale were examined in relation to continuous abstinence and aftercare (Oxford House or usual care) condition. Participants who were categorically involved in 12-step activities were significantly more likely to maintain continuous abstinence at 2 years compared with those who were less involved, predicting a greater likelihood of complete abstinence than summary scores of involvement. In addition, participants in the Oxford House condition were significantly more likely to remain continuously abstinent throughout the course of this randomized clinical trial. Findings suggest that categorical involvement in a set of 12-step activities and communal-living settings such as Oxford Houses are independent factors associated with continuous abstinence from both alcohol and illicit drugs among substance dependent persons.
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- John M Majer
- Social Sciences Department, Harry S. Truman College, Chicago, IL 60640, USA.
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