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Grounded theory study explores the impact of songs referencing drugs and alcohol on recovery from substance withdrawal, suggesting potential benefits.
Introduction People undergoing alcohol or drug (AOD) withdrawal can experience the potential for songs to evoke associations with alcohol or drugs during participation in music therapy. Little is known about the therapeutic benefit or hindrance of songs referencing drugs and alcohol for people in substance withdrawal and addiction recovery.
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