Experiences of a lived experience recovery organisation for those in abstinence-based substance use recovery: a thematic analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Lived experience recovery organisations (LEROs) are social support services facilitated by those who have shared lived experience. Typically, they aim to build shared identity and reducing stigma in this area, although there is limited knowledge on the experiences of those using LEROs, with research rarely permitted into these groups. The current study aims to provide insight into these groups, examining the experiences of service users in a UK-based LERO focussed on substance use disorder recovery.

Methods

Fifteen service users were interviewed about their experiences attending this LERO. Transcripts from these semi-structured interviews were thematically analysed by authors, with an inductive approach adopted.

Results

Eight themes and 10 sub-themes were i

SUBMITTER: Humphreys G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12512285 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature