Evaluating the “12 steps” programme: relapse reduction for substance dependency in relation to ethnicity
Evaluating the “12 steps” programme: relapse reduction for substance dependency in relation to ethnicity

Summary/Abstract: Aim: This study investigates if the 12 steps programme reduces relapse rates for substance dependency population in Singapore. Methods: This quantitative research study adopted a within subject times design. Psychometric tests were administered to the treatment group and the control group on five occasions; pre-test, 1st month, 2nd month, 3rd month and post-test. Participants: This research involved two groups of participants; a treatment group (n=10) and a control group (n=10). The ethnic composition of the group consisted of Indians and Chinese from Singapore. Findings: Measures indicated that there were some differences in scores between the treatment group and control group. For example, during the pre-test there was a difference in scores between the treatment and the control group regarding the dependent variables and except for depression, the scores did not change as a function of time, with depression only changing as a function of time from the second month. Conclusion: The results suggest that the 12 steps programme may not be an effective treatment for the reduction of negative emotional states, social anxiety and relapse probability.

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