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Contingent methadone take-home doses reinforce adjunct therapy attendance of methadone maintenance patients.

Author: BroonerR K, GoldbergJ, KidorfM, StitzerM L

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

Providing methadone take-home doses as reinforcement for therapy attendance in drug abuse patients increases their attendance. This approach may help deliver other services that can address the multiple challenges faced by opioid abusers.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Two studies utilized within-subjects designs to determine whether take-home methadone doses can reinforce adjunct therapy attendance of drug abuse patients. These studies varied the reinforcement density and the schedule of methadone take-home doses. In Study 1, patients (n = 10) either could or cou...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/0376-8716(94)90148-1

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Motivating Methadone Maintenance Patients

This study explores the use of [contingent methadone take-home doses] as a strategy for improving [adjunct therapy attendance] among [methadone maintenance patients]. Think of it like offering a cool oasis in the middle of a long and challenging desert journey. The researchers investigated whether [take-home doses] could be used to motivate patients to attend [therapy sessions].

Reinforcing Adjunct Therapy Attendance

The study found that [take-home doses] were effective in increasing [therapy attendance] among [methadone maintenance patients]. The results suggest that [reinforcement strategies] can be a valuable tool for improving [treatment engagement] and ultimately, for improving [long-term outcomes] in [methadone maintenance programs].

The Importance of Motivation in Recovery

The study highlights the importance of finding [motivating strategies] to support patients in their journey towards recovery. For those struggling with [addiction], [external reinforcement] can play a significant role in maintaining [treatment adherence] and promoting positive changes.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study is like a well-placed oasis in the desert of [addiction recovery]. It demonstrates the effectiveness of [contingent reinforcement strategies] in motivating patients and promoting [therapy attendance]. The researchers provide valuable insights into the importance of [individualized approaches] for supporting patients on their path to recovery.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 1995-04-20
  2. Date Revised 2019-09-04
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

7889813

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/0376-8716(94)90148-1

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