ArticleAlcohol and alcoholism (Oxford, Oxfordshire)2015
Navigating the Alcohol Treatment Pathway: A Qualitative Study from the Service Users' Perspective.
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- Investigating local policy drivers for alcohol harm prevention: a comparative case study of two local authorities in England.BMC public health · 2017Article
- DIAMOND (DIgital Alcohol Management ON Demand): a mixed methods feasibility RCT and embedded process evaluation of a digital health intervention to reduce hazardous and harmful alcohol use.Pilot and feasibility studies · 2017Article
- Perspectives on syringe services programs among patients hospitalized with injection drug use-associated endocarditis: a qualitative study.Therapeutic advances in infectious diseaseArticle
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Abstract
aimsProvision of effective treatment for dependent drinkers has been identified as a priority in England yet evidence suggests that access is problematic and there are low levels of retention. This qualitative study explores how the alcohol treatment system is experienced by service users, identifying barriers and facilitators that influence treatment outcomes.
methodsA total of 20 semi-structured face-to-face interviews were conducted with patients from community alcohol treatment services in three London boroughs in 2012. Interviews were undertaken one year after initially entering treatment. A thematic analysis was conducted, with the results further abstracted to relate them to specific aspects of the treatment journey.
resultsPatients journeys were characterized by a perceived lack of control leading to help-seeking, with treatment outcomes influenced by an individuals' self-efficacy and the capabilities and skills of staff in actively engaging and supporting patients on the journey. A focus of services on the detoxification process and fragmented care pathways impacted negatively on engagement.
conclusionsCurrent alcohol care pathways require significant levels of motivation and self-efficacy to navigate that few patients possess. Pathways need to better reflect the capacity and capabilities of patients to be successful in supporting recovery.
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