Aug 2026· AL-Kindy College Medical Journal· Vol 22, pp. 126-132· 0 citations· 22 references
TL;DR
It is suggestive that psychosocial intervention has a positive impact on the level of motivation and coping among patients with substance use disorder, and the experimental group showed significant enhancements in the level of motivation and coping strategies in comparison to the control group following the intervention.
Abstract
Background: Substance or drug abuse is a significant public health issue, commonly impacts adolescents and young adults of both genders, and is the 4th leading cause of youth- related crime and disability.
Objective: This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of psychosocial intervention on the level of motivation and coping strategies among patients with substance use disorder.
Subjects and Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group design was adopted among 92 patients with substance use disorder (45 in the experimental group and 47 in the control group), selected using a purposive sampling technique. Pre- and post-tests were done for both groups using the Personal Drug Use Questionnaire SOCRATE 8D & brief cope questionnaire. Psychosocial intervention was given only to the experimental group. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to evaluate the effect using SPSS version 21 at a 0.05 level of significance.
Results: The study results reveal that in the experimental group, 24.4% of subjects had a very high level of motivation, and in post-intervention, it increased to 86.7%, which is very high in comparison to the control group (34%). In response to coping, in the experimental pre-test group, 20% had poor coping, whereas in the control group, 19% had poor coping; after the intervention, all subjects developed good coping in both the experimental and control groups. Hence, it is suggestive that psychosocial intervention has a positive impact on the level of motivation and coping among patients with substance use disorder. The experimental group showed significant enhancements in the level of motivation and coping strategies in comparison to the control group following the intervention. Psychosocial intervention showed statistically significant differences in level of motivation (t (90) = 7.39, p < 0.001; Cohen’s d = 1.54) and coping (t(90) = 9.04, p < 0.001; Cohen’s d = 1.88), indicating very large effect sizes. No significant association was found between outcome variables and selected socio-demographic characteristics.
Conclusions: The psychosocial intervention was effective in improving motivation and coping strategies among patients with substance use disorders.
The present study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of group impulse control therapy on coping strategies and substance use among individuals with substance use disorders. This study employed an applied, quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group and a follow-up phase. The statistical population consisted of individuals using cannabis who referred in 2024 to the Rah-e Omid Counseling and Addiction Treatment Center. Using convenience sampling, 30 participants were selected and randomly assigned to an experimental group (n = 15) and a control group (n = 15). The experimental group received eight sessions of group impulse control therapy based on behavioral chain modification within a cognitive–behavioral framework, while the control group received no intervention during the study period. Data were collected using the Coping Strategies Questionnaire and the Substance Use Tendency Questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data, and inferential analyses were conducted using multivariate and univariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA and ANCOVA) to control for pretest effects. All statistical analyses were performed using SPSS version 27, with the significance level set at 0.05. The results of ANCOVA indicated a statistically significant effect of group impulse control therapy on coping strategies after controlling for pretest scores, F(1, 27) = 19.47, p < 0.001, η² = 0.419. In addition, a significant effect of the intervention was found on substance use, F(1, 27) = 102.44, p < 0.001, η² = 0.791, demonstrating a substantial reduction in substance use among participants in the experimental group compared with the control group. Group impulse control therapy is an effective psychological intervention for improving coping strategies and reducing substance use among individuals with substance use disorders and may be considered a valuable component of addiction treatment programs.
Safoura Rostamfarkhani, Rashin Abdollahi· Mental Health and Lifestyle...· 0 citations
Substance use disorders represent a significant public health concern in Pakistan, with methamphetamine showing increasing prevalence, particularly among adults. In light of the escalating incidence of methamphetamine-type stimulant (MTS) consumption observed in Pakistan, this research endeavor sought to assess the efficacy of Mindfulness integrated cognitive behavior therapy (MICBT) for psychological distress among individuals engaged in the utilization of methamphetamine-type stimulant. A randomized controlled trial design was employed with methamphetamine-type stimulant users who were in rehabilitation centers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The Purposive sampling method was used to select 40 participants, who were randomly assigned to an experimental group and a control group (20 members per group). The experimental group received the MICBT intervention (10 sessions, 2 hours per session), whereas the control group received Treatment as Usual (TAU). The data was collected by using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21). The data was analyzed by using via an independent sample t-test to evaluate the significance of differences in the measured outcomes. The results indicated that MICBT intervention significantly reduced psychological distress (t = -21.63, p < .001) among participants in the experimental group compared to the control group. Furthermore, significant reductions were observed in Depression (t = -9.46, p < .001), Stress (t = 7.48, p < .001), and anxiety (t = 9.52, p < .001) in the experimental group following the intervention. In conclusion. Mindfulness-Integrated Cognitive Behavior Therapy (MICBT) was highly effective in reducing psychological distress associated with substance use.
Introduction: The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of narrative therapy delivered through group counseling on self-control and social adaptation in patients with substance use disorders. Methods: The statistical population of this research included all patients with substance use disorders who attended addiction treatment centers in Qeshm County. The sample consisted of 30 patients, who were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The narrative therapy approach was implemented through group counseling in eight sessions for the experimental group, while the control group received no intervention. Data were collected using Tangney et al’s Self-Control Questionnaire and Bell’s Social Adaptation Questionnaire. Results: The results of multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA) indicated a significant difference between the posttest mean scores of the control and experimental groups on the dependent variables of self-control and social adaptation in patients with substance use disorders. Conclusion: The findings suggest that the independent variable (narrative therapy delivered through group counseling) had a significant effect on the dependent variables of self-control and social adaptation in patients with substance use disorders. This resulted in a significant difference between the control and experimental groups and led to improvements in self-control and social adaptation among the patients.
Maryam Saberi Tonbani, M. Sadeghifard, E. Zarei· Journal of Multidisciplinary...· 0 citations
ABSTRACT
Introduction: Substance abuse is a complex phenomenon, which has various social, cultural, biological, geographical, historical and economic aspects. Substance abuse refers to a set of related conditions associated with the consumption of mind- and behaviour-altering substances that have negative behavioural and health outcomes.Coping strategies are techniques that people use to deal with the stress that they experience in their daily life. These strategies can vary greatly in their effectiveness. Substance abuse is one of the major areas of concern in adolescent and young people’s behavior. It is estimated that, in India, by the time most boys reach the ninth grade, about 50 percent of them have tried at least one of the substances of abuse nature.
Objectives: 1. To evaluate the effectiveness of motivational enhancement therapy on coping strategies and life satisfaction among the patient with substance abuse. 2. To correlate level of the coping strategies and life satisfaction among the patient with substance abuse.3. To associate post-test level of the coping strategies and life satisfaction among the patient with substance abuse.
Methods:The study was conducted using a Pre experimental design - One group pre-test post-test design. The tool used in this study was Coping Scale Hamby, Grych, & Banyard and Satisfaction with life scale. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the patient with substance abuse. The data was organized, tabulated and analysed according to the objectives. Descriptive statistics allows the researcher to organize the data and to examine the quantum of information and inferential statistics is used to determine the relationship.
Results: In coping strategies pre-test substance abuse patients, majority of them had Inadequate coping 50 (83.3%) and few substance abuse patients had moderately adequate coping is 10 (16.7%). In post-test substance abuse patients, majority of them had moderately adequate coping 40 (66.7%), 15 (25%) had Adequate coping and few substance abuse patients had Inadequate coping 5 (8.3%) respectively and in pre-test substance abuse patients, majority of them had Dissatisfied 35 (58.3%), 15 (25%) had extremely dissatisfied and few substance abuse patients had slightly dissatisfied is 10 (16.7%). In post-test substance abuse patients, majority of them had Satisfied 29 (48.3%), 25 (41.7%) had slightly satisfied and few substance abuse patients had Neutral level 6 (10%) respectively. Conclusion: The study concludes that the coping strategies and life satisfaction among the patient with substance abuse is improved by given the motivational enhancement therapy program. Implementing the motivational enhancement therapy program or education to the patient with substance abuse will be helpful for them to fulfil their needs in motivating themselves, developing cognitive, emotional, social and self-management skills for any adjustments in their life.
Prof Dr ,P.Sagayamary, Sener N· International journal of res...· 0 citations
There was a strong negative relationship between mental health and substance use and a positive relationship between peer influence and increased risk, whereas sport participation appeared to have a moderate protective relationship, but with a range of variation in participants.
Mila Inés, Moreno Pramatárova, Christian Silva-Paredes et al.· 0 citations
High-intensity social media use among adolescents can trigger anxiety and psychological stress, driving continuous information-seeking and social comparison, a phenomenon known as Fear of Missing Out (FoMO). This study aims to analyze the effect of mindfulness therapy on reducing FoMO levels and to contribute to developing mindfulness-based mental health interventions for adolescents.Employing a quantitative approach, this study utilized a pre-experimental, one-group pre-post-test design. A sample of 100 adolescents was selected via purposive sampling based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were collected using a content- and construct-validated FoMO questionnaire.The analysis revealed a significance value of 0.000 ($p < 0.05$), indicating a significant effect of mindfulness therapy on reducing adolescent FoMO levels. Furthermore, an effect size of 0.95 demonstrated a large practical intervention effect. Consequently, mindfulness therapy is not only statistically effective but also holds substantial practical implications as a potential intervention to mitigate FoMO and enhance the psychological well-being of adolescents in the digital age.
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