Impact of Prevention Awareness Group (PAG) on Treatment Attendance and Drug Abstinence Among Substance User

Impact of Prevention Awareness Group (PAG) on Treatment Attendance and Drug Abstinence Among Substance User: Results of the Randomized Controlled Trial

Substance Use Disorder has been showing a rising trend all over the world including India. The project tested whether a Integrated community wide effort of Prevention and Awareness Groups (PAG) to manage substance use would have a greater effect on treatment attendance and drug abstinence than a de-addiction program alone.

Inclusion Criteria:

• suburban, rural Population
• Drug and/or alcohol dependency (DSM-IV substance use disorders criteria)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Did not consent to participate
• Planning to move or relocate
• Severe mental disorder