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Effects of outpatient treatment for problem drinkers.

Author: MaistoS A, SandersB, SobellL C, SobellM B

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
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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Overview

A study of 48 male alcohol abusers found that neither treatment length restriction nor follow-up interview style had a significant impact on drinking behavior or employment outcomes. However, all participants showed improvements in drinking behavior after treatment. While drinking patterns could be predicted within treatment and post-treatment periods, pre-treatment drinking did not predict post-treatment drinking. These findings suggest that while treatment may be beneficial for improving drinking behavior, predicting long-term outcomes based on pre-treatment patterns may be challenging.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
This study was designed to investigate the effects of treatment length restriction and follow-up interview style on the outcomes of male alcohol abusers in out-patient treatment. Subjects (N = 48) were randomly assigned to one of four independent groups based on the factorial combination of the two ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.3109/00952998509016855

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

The Effectiveness of Outpatient Treatment for Problem Drinkers

The field of addiction treatment is a vast and complex desert, where navigating the paths to recovery can be challenging. This study, like a skilled explorer, delves into the effectiveness of outpatient treatment for problem drinkers, aiming to uncover the factors that influence successful outcomes.

The researchers, like meticulous cartographers, designed a study involving male alcohol abusers, carefully tracking their progress over an 18-month period. They explored the impact of treatment length restriction and follow-up interview style on drinking behavior and employment outcomes. The results, like oases in the desert, revealed that while neither treatment length nor interview style significantly impacted outcomes, participants demonstrated significant improvement in their drinking behavior compared to their pre-treatment levels.

The Importance of Ongoing Support

The study suggests that while treatment length and interview style may not be the primary determinants of success, ongoing support and monitoring are crucial in facilitating positive changes in drinking behavior. This underscores the importance of providing long-term support and guidance to individuals struggling with alcohol abuse.

Navigating the Desert of Addiction Recovery

This study, like a guidebook for navigating the desert of addiction recovery, offers valuable insights into the effectiveness of outpatient treatment. The findings highlight the importance of providing ongoing support and monitoring, emphasizing that the journey to recovery is often a long and challenging one.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a camel caravan traversing the desert of addiction treatment, offers a glimpse into the effectiveness of outpatient care for problem drinkers. While the findings suggest that treatment length and interview style may not be the primary determinants of success, ongoing support and monitoring are crucial in facilitating positive changes in drinking behavior.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 1985-12-02
  2. Date Revised 2019-09-19
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

4061431

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.3109/00952998509016855

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