Integrated cognitive behavioral treatment for substance use and depressive symptoms: a homeless case series and feasibility study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Homelessness is associated with high prevalence of psychiatric disorders such as substance use disorders, including alcohol use disorder, and depression.

Methods

This case series and feasibility trial evaluated a novel integrated cognitive behavioral treatment (ICBT), which was adapted specifically for homeless individuals and developed to treat substance use and depressive symptoms simultaneously. The ICBT was delivered among four homeless individuals enrolled in the Treatment First program (a social services program where treatment is offered in conjunction with temporary transitional housing), who had access to stable and sober housing milieus.

Results

The ICBT was rated high in expectancy of improvement, credibility, and satisfaction, with few treatment

SUBMITTER: Molander O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10161417 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature