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The evidence of a family-based treatment for adults who use psychotropic drugs in community setting

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The prevalence of drug use has emerged as a pressing public health concern, particularly in Hong Kong, where hidden drug use negatively affects mental health and family relationships. This quasi-experimental study investigated the effectiveness of family-based treatment for adults using psychotropic drugs in community settings. Significant reductions in drug use frequency (Cohen’s d = 0.459, p = .010,) and improvements in mental health (Cohen’s d = 0.634, p = .000) were observed. The findings underscore the critical role of family involvement in addressing drug use issues, highlighting the need for social work interventions that not only focus on the individual but also engage family members as active participants in the recovery process.

Source: Social Work in Health Care

DOI: 10.1080/00981389.2026.2641427

Authors: Tingyu Luo, Yik Wa Law

Institution: University of Hong Kong

Language: English

Topic: Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Hong Kong Jockey Club