With the focus of substance use disorder
treatment
shifting to integrated care solutions, it is crucial for
addiction
professionals to explore valuable community partnerships to complement services already offered. In this...
Okrant, E., Reif, S. & Horgan, C.M. Development of an
addictionrecovery
patient-reported outcome measure: Response to Addiction Recovery (R2AR). Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 18, 52 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00560-z
Background:
Recovery, a primary goal of addiction
treatment
, goes beyond
abstinence
. It encompasses various aspects that differ among individuals, making it challenging to measure. Traditional assessments in addiction care have focused on processes, which provide limited insights into treatment quality and long-term outcomes. In contrast, patient-reported outcomes offer a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding. To address these gaps, this study introduced and tested a patient-reported outcome measure for addiction recovery, called Response to Addiction Recovery (R2AR).
ISSUP Kenya cordially invites you to our upcoming webinar on October 24th, 2023.
Gain insights from clinical practice, mentorship, and supervision programs that equip novice mental health professionals with practical skills.
The journey of
recovery
from substance use and mental health challenges is a profound and transformative experience. The effective integration of wellness into recovery services across care systems stands as a pivotal element in addressing substance misuse and its associated consequences. Wellness, with its holistic approach, holds great promise for enhancing the overall recovery experience and improving outcomes.
Emotional wellness is a cornerstone of the
recovery
process. The American Addictions Centers explained in this short guidance how to use mindfulness therapy and other techniques to help individuals overcome negative thinking, leading to a healthier life and a successful recovery journey.
The Many Paths to Wellness: Explore Chapter 5 in "Facing
Addiction
in America: The Surgeon General's Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health," which defines the concept of
recovery
from substance use disorders and reviews methods used by mutual aid groups and recovery support services to foster and sustain recovery. Understand why recovery matters and the diverse paths to wellness.
The American Addictions Centers provide insights into how a healthy diet and exercise can enhance overall health and
recovery
. This resource offers an overview of the root of
addiction
and how to overcome it through healthy life habits. This guidance will emphasize the benefits of a healthy diet in improving overall health and supporting recovery. It will also shed light on the positive impact of exercise, including therapies like yoga, on both physical and mental well-being. Additionally, it will provide an overview of the underlying causes of addiction and offer insights on how to overcome...
SAMHSA explains the concept of wellness, encompassing physical and mental health. This resource elaborates on the eight dimensions of wellness that cover various aspects of modern-day life, highlighting the interconnection between physical and mental well-being.
Okrant, E., Reif, S. & Horgan, C.M. Development of an
addictionrecovery
patient-reported outcome measure: Response to Addiction Recovery (R2AR). Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 18, 52 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13011-023-00560-z
Background:
Recovery, a primary goal of addiction
treatment
, goes beyond
abstinence
. Incorporating broad domains with key elements that vary across individuals, recovery is a difficult concept to measure. Most addiction-related quality measurement has emphasized process measures, which limits evaluation of treatment quality and long-term outcomes, whereas patient-reported outcomes are richer and nuanced. To address these gaps, this study developed and tested a patient-reported outcome measure for addiction recovery, named Response to Addiction Recovery (R2AR).
ISSUP Nigeria would like to invite you to their next Bi-monthly Webinar in the Knowledge Update Series. This Webinar will be on the topic of 'Community support system of care for people in
recovery
'.
This workshop will help clinicians grasp terms, ideas, and situations that trans and non-binary youth are experiencing today. Participants will be able to assess their own practices as it relates to transgender youth and be...
This webinar will discuss principles and strategies for clinical supervisors to help promote the professional success of individual
treatment
providers who are in personal long-term
recovery
. Topics highlighted include common...
ای ایس ایس او پی نایجریا خوښ دی چې د پوهې د اپډیټ لړۍ کې خپل راتلونکی بی میاشتنی ویبنار وړاندې کړی. د ویبنار موضوع به د مادې استعمال او د جنسی چلندونو خطرناکه وی: په نایجیریا کې د ماشومانو په نښه کول.
Friday, May 6, 2022 @ 12:00-1:30pm ET (11CT/10MT/9PT)
Description
The Achilles heel for many women in or seeking
recovery
is tied to unhealthy and toxic relationships, from family of origin to adult romances. This presentation will use...
