Voices of successful women: Graduates of a residential treatment program for homeless addicted women with their children.
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Title
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Voices of successful women: Graduates of a residential treatment program for homeless addicted women with their children.
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Identifier
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AAI9924850
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identifier
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9924850
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Creator
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Schretzman, Maryanne K.
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Contributor
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Adviser: Michael J. Smith
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Date
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1999
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Language
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English
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Publisher
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City University of New York.
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Subject
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Social Work | Women's Studies | Health Sciences, Mental Health | Sociology, Public and Social Welfare
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Abstract
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This study presents factors associated with successful outcomes in a sample of clients of a residential alcohol and drug addiction treatment program for homeless women and their children. Quantitative methodology was employed on a sample of 65 respondents. The key treatment outcome indicated considerable success. Of the 65 clients in the project, 42 (64.6%) completed the program and moved to permanent housing. The variables positively associated with program completion included (1) being homeless for significantly longer periods of time; (2) having had prior treatment experiences; (3) having a partner with a history of substance abuse; and (4) having a father with a history of substance abuse.;Qualitative methodology consisted of interviewing 20 successful program participants to identify factors associated with their successful treatment experience and post-treatment maintenance of abstinence. A major finding of this study was the importance of their children in motivating respondents to seek treatment, and the continued importance of having their children present during treatment. Other factors associated with success included having a treatment program which was supportive to women's issues, and a knowledgeable, respectful staff.;The findings suggest a non-linear model that provides for the interplay of multiple forces set into motion by respondents' decision to stop drinking and/or using drugs, and to seek treatment at Casa Rita. The non-linear model includes critical components for successful treatment, challenges facing respondents post-treatment, and factors reported by respondents as helpful in the successful dealing with post-treatment issues.
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Type
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dissertation
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Source
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PQT Legacy CUNY.xlsx
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degree
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D.S.W.
