Agreement for Recovery: First Spanish Consensus on the Concept of Alcohol Addiction Recovery.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Current literature does not dispose from a widely accepted definition of recovery in alcohol use disorder (AUD), and most proposals originate from anglophone countries. This study introduces a pioneering consensus in Spain on the definition of recovery in AUD.

Method

The Delphi method was used. The expert panel, comprising 54 multidisciplinary professionals from the Community of Madrid.

Results

A high level of consensus (≥80% agreement) was reached for 45% of the items and majority (≥60%) for 84%. Recovery is understood as a dynamic, personalized, and voluntary process, potentially enduring throughout one's lifespan. It entails a transformative lifestyle shift aimed at achieving a significant improvement in overall quality of life, encompassing physical a

SUBMITTER: Esteban-Rodriguez L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11319745 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature