Date of Award
8-1996
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Malcolm H. Robertson
Second Advisor
Dr. Richard Tsegaye-Spates
Third Advisor
Dr. Lisa Oldham-Baker
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
Substance abuse treatment outcome is an important area for clinical research. Furthermore, it is important to identify sub-populations which may require additional treatment services in order to improve outcome. Cocaine dependent individuals have been identified as a group that provides many challenges to clinicians and researchers due to the high incidence of relapse. The current study explored the differences in treatment retention between persons diagnosed with either cocaine or alcohol dependence. There was a significant difference between the length of stay for the two groups (p=.003). However, there was not a significant difference in type of discharge between the two groups. Results are discussed with respect to findings reported in the literature. Recommendations for treatment planning are considered.
Recommended Citation
Johnston, Barbara A., "Differences in Retention Rates between Cocaine and Alcohol Dependent Individuals in a Drug-Free Setting" (1996). Masters Theses. 4634.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/4634