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August 17, 2025Indian Journal of Psychological MedicineOpen Access

Factors Associated with Abstinence Among Men with Alcohol Use Disorder: A Qualitative Study

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BSBackiyaraj ShanmugamJMJayant MahadevanDRDhanasekara Pandian Ramasamy

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Overview

Qualitative study identifies key factors supporting sustained abstinence in men with alcohol use disorder, suggesting focused interventions.

Key Points

  • Abstinence from alcohol was significantly promoted by factors such as employment, treatment, and social support, as reported by participants.
  • Participants identified five key themes, including fear and responsibility, that played important roles in their journey toward sustained abstinence.
  • Data from six focus group discussions revealed that therapeutic support after discharge, like telephonic follow-up, was crucial in maintaining abstinence.
  • Enhancing after-care services and integrating abstinence-promoting factors into treatment plans may reduce relapse rates and improve recovery outcomes.

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Shanmugam et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a36a4f0a429f797332eef7https://doi.org/10.1177/02537176251362106
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