Publications by authors named "Gemma McFarland"
Community Ment Health J
May 2024
Article Synopsis
- Low social support negatively impacts health and recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), as shown in a study of 226 participants in outpatient treatment programs.
- Men reported lower levels of social support compared to women, with food insecurity significantly affecting men's support levels, while a history of victimization impacted women's support.
- The study highlights the importance of addressing social support and related stressors in substance use treatment programs to enhance recovery outcomes.
