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This study aims to compare treatment goals for individuals with or at risk for substance use disorders across different treatment settings.

July 12, 2026Substance Use &amp Addiction Journal

Comparing Therapeutic Treatment Goals Across Settings for Those in or At-Risk for Substance Use Treatment in West Alabama

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KDKelly DoudellUniversity of Alabama ECErick CarranzaUniversity of Alabama JCJack CassellUniversity of Alabama

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Randomized trial compares treatment goals for substance use disorders in multiple settings, suggesting tailored interventions could enhance recovery outcomes.

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This study aims to compare treatment goals for individuals with or at risk for substance use disorders across different treatment settings.
Examined treatment goals over 4 years at 3 facilities in West Alabama.
Used de-identified psychotherapy notes and the Bern Inventory of Treatment Goals for data collection.
Analyzed psychosocial treatment goals focusing on both substance use reduction and other mental health issues.
Among 306 individuals, 48.37% attended at least one session using evidence-based approaches.
Common goals included substance use prevention and recovery, alongside addressing anxiety, trauma, and personal growth.
Noted variation in treatment goals across sites, highlighting the importance of tailoring to specific patient needs and stages of recovery.

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Doudell et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a5330a44f7abc118aded445 https://doi.org/10.1177/29767342261453766

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Randomized trial compares treatment goals for substance use disorders in multiple settings, suggesting tailored interventions could enhance recovery outcomes.

Comparing Therapeutic Treatment Goals Across Settings for Those in or At-Risk for Substance Use Treatment in West Alabama

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Comparing Therapeutic Treatment Goals Across Settings for Those in or At-Risk for Substance Use Treatment in West Alabama

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