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Aftercare plans of inpatients
undergoing detoxification from heroin
Tuten, M., Jones, H., Lertch, E., & Stitzer, M. (2007). Aftercare plans of inpatients
undergoing detoxification from heroin. American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, 33(4), 547-555. https://doi.org/10.1080/00952990701407454
Drug use relapse rates are high following residential detoxification. This study examined the aftercare plans and desired services of participants currently enrolled in residential detoxification programs. Participants completed a survey regarding their aftercare plans and services that they desired from an aftercare program. Participants (98%) reported some form of aftercare plans following detoxification. Among the services that participants endorsed wanting were individual counseling, help with finding a job, and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings. With low rates of enrollment in aftercare programs, the findings of this study may be of help in determining what services will best assist individuals recovering from addiction.