Decline in intravenous drug use among treatment-seeking opiate users

Article Abstract:

Needle use behavior was assessed among opiate-dependent persons seeking treatment in 1986 and in 1988 while behavioralchanges due to concern over AIDS were surveyed among treatment seekers in 1989.Self-reports showed that opiate users in 1988 had lower rates of intravenous (IV) drug use as compared to 1986. Analyses showed that demographic factors, extent of habit, history of alcohol problems or indices of depression did not differ among current IV users and those not currently using IV. Opiate users who sought treatment in 1989 reported never using IV or discontinuing IV use due to concern about AIDS.

Care and treatment, Influence, Surveys, Intravenous drug abuse, AIDS phobia

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Matching services to needs: vocational services for substance abusers

Article Abstract:

Vocational services are vital for rehabilitating substance abusers. Studies of drug addicts and alcoholics indicate that difficulty in finding and keeping jobs is a key factor in their substance abuse. An examination of Connecticut's services elucidates the qualities that vocational services must have to be successful. These qualities include the appraising of a client's abilities and counseling to supply information about the job market. The case histories of three former substance abusers confirm that vocational guidance can make rehabilitation a reality.

Social aspects, Case studies, Vocational guidance, Vocational education, Vocational rehabilitation, Vocational education planning

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The impact of gender on clinical characteristics and outcome in alcohol withdrawal

Article Abstract:

The results of an observational cohort study of 34 women and 145 men who underwent management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome are presented. Sociodemographic analyses showed that women were more likely to be poor, more likely to be insured and less likely to be homeless or with legal problems. Mean daily alcohol intake for menand women were similar but women reported a shorter period of alcohol abuse prior to seeking treatment. The difference in treatment failure rates of both sexes is insignificant.

Research, Demographic aspects, Alcoholism, Alcoholics, Delirium tremens, Alcohol withdrawal delirium

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