ArticleNordisk alkohol- & narkotikatidskrift : NAT2026
Arenas of Choice During Addiction Treatment: A Qualitative Study of Patient and Staff Experiences.
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Background: Patient self-determination and integrity are central to quality health care. In addiction treatment, patients encounter choices related to treatment options, yet little is known about how such choices are expressed in practice. The present study aimed to explore how treatment-related choices are expressed and in what situations they occur, from the perspectives of patients and healthcare staff. Methods: A qualitative exploratory design was applied. Observations and interviews were conducted at a Swedish addiction day care unit over seven weeks. Data were analyzed using content analysis. Results: Choices emerged throughout the treatment process across different treatment arenas, from initial assessment to discharge. The analysis identified seven subthemes of choice, organized into two themes: (1) unconditional choices reflecting active involvement in treatment (considered choices, spontaneous choices, and delegated choices) and (2) conditional choices, reflecting more passive involvement (negotiated choices, menu choices, either-or choices and hindered choices). Conclusions: Patients' choices were shaped by their life circumstances and constrained by staff routines, organizational procedures and treatment policies. Emphasizing patient choice and health literacy during treatment may support informed decision-making and strengthen self-efficacy in maintaining a drug-free life. Future research is recommended to examine the gap between opportunities for choice and treatment routines and policies.
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