Quasi-experimental study shows positive affirmation enhances readiness to change scores in adults with alcohol dependence.
A BSTRACT Background: Alcohol dependence affects physical, mental, and social well-being, requiring targeted interventions to enhance motivation for change. Positive affirmation is a psychological tool that may improve readiness to change in rehabilitation settings. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of positive affirmation in enhancing readiness to change among adults with alcohol dependence. Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test study was conducted among 100 adults in selected rehabilitation centers. Participants underwent daily positive affirmation sessions for 4 weeks. The Readiness to Change Questionnaire assessed changes before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using paired t -tests. Results: Pre-test, 72% were in the contemplation stage, 21% in pre-contemplation, and 7% in action. Post-test, 83% shifted to the action stage, with significant improvement in mean readiness scores (34.24 ± 7.60 to 50.68 ± 6.56, P = 0.00001). Conclusion: Positive affirmation significantly enhanced readiness to change among adults with alcohol dependence, highlighting its potential as an effective rehabilitation strategy.
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