Psychiatric Nurse-Led Interventions: A Pathway to Improved Coherence and Social Support in Alcohol Dependency
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Clinical Trial
Abstract: Background: Alcohol dependency is a significant global health issue, marked by continuous use despite harmful effects. Psychiatric nurse-led interventions are crucial for addressing the complex needs of alcohol-dependent individuals by enhancing coherence and social support. Methods: A quasiexperimental study at the De Addiction Department in Chennai involved 120 male clients aged 20-45 years, divided into experimental and control groups. Results: The experimental group showed significant improvements in coherence and social support postintervention. Conclusion: This study underscores the effectiveness of psychiatric nurse-led interventions in promoting resilience and social support in alcohol-dependent clients, essential for effective addiction treatment.
Authors: Kala Paramasivam, Theranirajan Ethiraj, Shankar Shanmugam Rajendran, Venkatesh Mathankumar, Anbalagan Marudan, Balasubramanian Sri Vidhya, Schwartzlin V. Sathiyanathan
Language: English
Subfield: Epidemiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $250
OpenAlex ID: W4408054423