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- The study analyzed data from 27,801 entries to drug treatment programs in Massachusetts between 1996 and 2002, focusing on injection drug users and multiple detoxification admissions.
- Contrary to the initial hypothesis, the highest frequency users of detoxification services were not just in detox programs but also engaged in methadone maintenance and outpatient counseling.
- Health insurance plays a significant role in treatment patterns, and the study discusses its implications, limitations, and suggestions for future research.
Article Abstract
Utilizing a longitudinal database (1996-2002) with all intake information from entries to all licensed drug treatment programs in Massachusetts (N = 27,801), this study examined factors associated with multiple detoxification admissions by injection drug users (IDUs). Four logistic regression models were developed. Although our hypothesis was that the highest frequency treatment users (in the 95th percentile) would be those in the detoxification-only group, this was incorrect: the highest frequency detoxification users were those most likely to use detoxification along with methadone maintenance, outpatient counseling, and/or residential treatment. Health insurance was a key factor. Study implications, limitations, and future research directions are noted.
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