Interpersonal relationships and drug use over time among homeless people: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Homelessness is one of the most severe forms of social exclusion and is an important public health issue. It is characterized by processes of weakening of interpersonal bonds. The objective of this study was, therefore, to elucidate how interpersonal relationships change over the life cycle of homeless drug and alcohol users.

Method

We used a qualitative methodology. The participants were adults who had a history of homelessness and use of alcohol and other drugs. The interviews were semi structured and used a timeline instrument. All interview were audio recorded, transcribed, and submitted to thematic analysis.

Results

Twenty individuals participated in the study. Reports on social exclusion over time stood out in respect of four main themes and their res

SUBMITTER: de Espindola MI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7678275 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature