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Evaluation of an alternative program for MMTP drop-outs: impact on treatment re-entry.

Author: DerenSherry, Des JarlaisDon C, GoldsteinMarjorie F, KangSung Yeon, MaguraStephen

Clinical TrialA clinical trial is a planned study conducted on humans to evaluate the efficacy and safety of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and treatment methods. It aims to explore the possibilities of new treatments and improve the health of patients.
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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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Overview

An intervention for MMTP drop-outs that included street outreach, cognitive behavioral groups, and individual counseling was effective in encouraging treatment re-entry.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
INTRODUCTION: Retention in a Methadone Maintenance Treatment Program (MMTP) is predictive of abstaining from heroin and has other benefits. Many individuals leave treatment before they experience these positive outcomes. OBJECTIVE: This research project targeted MMTP drop-outs with an intervention ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0376-8716(01)00199-5

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Methadone Maintenance Treatment: Enhancing Retention and Re-entry

Methadone maintenance treatment (MMTP) is a valuable tool for individuals struggling with opioid addiction. However, many individuals drop out of treatment prematurely. This research investigated the effectiveness of an intervention program designed to encourage MMTP drop-outs to re-enter treatment. The researchers randomly assigned participants to either an intervention group or a comparison group, providing the intervention group with outreach, cognitive behavioral groups, and individual counseling.

The Power of Support: Encouraging Treatment Re-entry

The study found that individuals who participated in the intervention program were more likely to return to MMTP than those in the comparison group. Specifically, those who attended two or more cognitive behavioral group sessions were significantly more likely to re-enter treatment. This finding highlights the importance of providing support and resources to individuals who have dropped out of MMTP.

Supporting Addiction Recovery

This study emphasizes the need for comprehensive support systems to help individuals struggling with addiction. It's a reminder that navigating the desert of addiction recovery requires a strong support network, like a caravan traveling together through challenging terrain.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Addiction recovery is a journey that can be challenging, like traversing a vast and unforgiving desert. This research highlights the importance of creating supportive environments and interventions to encourage individuals to re-enter treatment and navigate the path to recovery. It reminds us that we all have a role to play in supporting individuals struggling with addiction, providing the resources and guidance they need to find their way back to a healthier life.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2002-07-02
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

11906805

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/s0376-8716(01)00199-5

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