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ArticleActas espanolas de psiquiatria2025

Clients' Experiences and Satisfaction with an Integrated Intensive Outpatient Program for Substance Use Disorders.

Kourosh Bador, Catrin Johansson, Ida Axelsson, Maja Nilsson, Nóra Kerekes

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Article in Actas espanolas de psiquiatria, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Kourosh BadorCentre for Holistic Psychiatry Research (CHoPy), 431 60 Mölndal, Sweden; AGERA KBT, 411 38 Gothenburg, Sweden.
Catrin JohanssonCentre for Holistic Psychiatry Research (CHoPy), 431 60 Mölndal, Sweden; Department of Health Sciences, University West, 461 86 Trollhättan, Sweden.
Ida AxelssonCentre for Holistic Psychiatry Research (CHoPy), 431 60 Mölndal, Sweden.
Maja NilssonCentre for Holistic Psychiatry Research (CHoPy), 431 60 Mölndal, Sweden.
Nóra KerekesCentre for Holistic Psychiatry Research (CHoPy), 431 60 Mölndal, Sweden; Department of Health Sciences, University West, 461 86 Trollhättan, Sweden.

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Abstract

backgroundComorbidity between substance use disorders and other mental health conditions is common, yet existing treatments often fail to address its full spectrum. Opportunities for integrated treatment are limited, and the effects of such treatment remain relatively unexplored. This study explores the experiences of individuals with substance use disorders who successfully completed a four-month integrated intensive program at an outpatient addiction-care clinic in western Sweden.

methodAn anonymous survey combining quantitative measures and qualitative open-ended questions was used to evaluate the experiences of 65 clients (out of 117) who completed the program between 2015 and 2021.

resultsThe findings revealed that most clients expressed high levels of satisfaction with the program. The mean scores for the questions ranged from 9.17 to 9.35, indicating a generally positive experience. The standard deviations were relatively low (1.17 to 1.34), suggesting consistency in responses. The median scores for all questions were 10, with ranges indicating that most participants rated their experiences at the highest level. The analysis identified three key categories of clients' experiences: (1) strong relationships and a comprehensive treatment approach; (2) engaged, knowledgeable staff who lead with warmth; and (3) opportunities for self-development through novel experiences.

conclusionClients who successfully completed the four-month integrated intensive program reported high satisfaction levels, positive relationships with staff, and valuable self-development insights. However, the high dropout rate limited gaining an understanding of the barriers to program completion, highlighting the need for further research aimed at enhancing retention rates and developing more effective integrated treatment interventions for individuals with substance use disorders.

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Ambulatory CarePatient SatisfactionSubstance-Related DisordersAdultDelivery of Health Care, IntegratedFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedOutpatientsSwedenYoung Adult

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PMCPMC11898248

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