scholarly journals Theory of Filipino Substance Use Recovery (SUR): A Grounded Theory Approach

PSIKODIMENSIA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 229-242
Author(s):  
Karen Policarpio Sol ◽  
Jemerson Naceno Dominguez
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Substance Use Disorder ◽  
Maintenance Phase ◽  
Current Treatment ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Substance Use Prevention ◽  
Harm Reduction Intervention ◽  
Positive Feelings

Abstract: Treatment for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is often theory-based however, recovery has not been guided by a theory. This grounded theory study intended to identify how an  individual  maintains  recovery  from  SUD.  Twenty  (20)  recovering  persons  as  the participants in a one-on-one in-depth interview employing Charmaz’s grounded theory methodology  of  analyzing  data,  a  theory  was  developed.  The  theory  of  Filipino Substance  Use  Recovery  (SUR)  generated  five  theoretical  phases:  Exhaustion, Recognition,  Acceptance,  Involvement,  and  Maintenance.  Under  the  Maintenance phase,  components  in  maintaining  a  lifelong  recovery  were  also  identified  such  as autonomy, maturity, support system, positive feelings, and restitution. Furthermore, it recognized  two  recovery  barriers  (internal  and  external  barriers)  thus  explained  the phenomena  of  substance  use  relapse.  In  conclusion,  the  theoretical  foundation  of Filipino SUR could help improve the current treatment and management of SUD in the Philippines.  Findings  could  be  utilized  in  developing  programs  grounded  and contextualized in the Philippine setting to address issues in substance use prevention, harm reduction, intervention, and recovery.  Keywords: Substance Use Disorder (SUD), recovery, relapse, grounded theory 

scholarly journals Engaging, Affirming, Nurturing Inclusive Environment: A Grounded Theory Study in the Philippine Context

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 113-131
Author(s):  
Princess Zarla J. Princess Zarla J. Raguindin ◽  
Zhanina U. Custodio ◽  
Ferdinand Bulusan
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
High Standard ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Inclusive Classroom ◽  
Primary Concern ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Classroom Context ◽  
Filipino Children ◽  
Teachers And Parents

Implementing the tenets of inclusive education in different countries may be diverse because of varying interpretations, contexts, and ways of application. In the Philippines, studies that delve into the kind of environment involving Filipino children with special needs are scarce. Thus, through a grounded theory approach, this qualitative paper aims at developing a framework as a means of understanding inclusive environments thriving in an inclusive Philippine setting. Thirty-two special education teachers from three private schools were interviewed, the data being triangulated through class observations. The emerging theory encapsulated three major dimensions to understand concepts of inclusive environment: engaging environment, affirming environment, and nurturing environment. An engaging environment points to having high-standard learning outcomes, promoting collaboration and communication among learners, teachers, and parents, and involving them in decision-making. An affirming environment, on the other hand, denotes practicing expressive and receptive languages, imbibing the sacred worth of class members, and celebrating diversity. Finally, a nurturing environment can be achieved through interdependence and care for the needs of everyone. These dimensions are inter-related and are not standalone. This paper advances that success in the diversified Philippine inclusive classroom context can be achieved through the interdependence of school community members. The question of the significance of the inclusive practices and principles should not be the primary concern of a particular context. Rather, involvement and interdependence to achieve an engaging, affirming, and nurturing environment matter. Ramifications to micro and macro integration of inclusion that support inclusive environments are also discussed.

scholarly journals Influences of victimization and comorbid conditions on substance use disorder outcomes in justice-involved youth: A discrete time survival mixture analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 1045-1058 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jordan P. Davis ◽  
Tim Janssen ◽  
Emily R. Dworkin ◽  
Tara M. Dumas ◽  
Jeremy Goldbach ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Juvenile Offenders ◽  
Substance Use Disorder ◽  
Discrete Time ◽  
Growth Mixture Modeling ◽  
Substance Use Prevention ◽  
Mixture Analysis ◽  
Growth Mixture ◽  
Treatment Entry ◽  
Survival Mixture Analysis

AbstractTo understand how exposure to victimization during adolescence and the presence of comorbid psychological conditions influence substance use treatment entry and substance use disorder diagnosis from 14 to 25 years old among serious juvenile offenders, this study included 1,354 serious juvenile offenders who were prospectively followed over 7 years. Growth mixture modeling was used to assess profiles of early victimization during adolescence (14–17 years). Discrete time survival mixture analysis was used to assess time to treatment entry and substance use disorder diagnosis. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) were used as predictors of survival time. Mixture models revealed three profiles of victimization: sustained poly-victimization, moderate/decreasing victimization, and low victimization. Youth in the sustained poly-victimization class were more likely to enter treatment earlier and have a substance use diagnosis earlier than other classes. PTSD was a significant predictor of treatment entry for youth in the sustained poly-victimization class, and MDD was a significant predictor of substance use disorder diagnosis for youth in the moderate/decreasing victimization class. Therefore, substance use prevention programming targeted at youth experiencing poly-victimization in early adolescence—especially those who have PTSD or MDD—is needed.

Substance use and distribution in the process of addiction: A grounded-theory approach

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Evan T. Stanforth ◽  
Jennifer Ochsner ◽  
Claire Stegeman ◽  
Marisa A. Kostiuk ◽  
Patton O. Garriott
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Grounded Theory Approach

The recovery-oriented therapeutic community for addictions (ROTC): a response to contemporary substance use disorder treatments in the Philippines

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sixtus Dane Asuncion Ramos
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Substance Use Disorder ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Addiction Treatment ◽  
Therapeutic Community ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Substance Use Disorder Treatment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Disorder Treatment ◽  
The Government

Purpose The Philippines’ nationwide campaign on drugs has been under the limelight due to its controversial approaches in dealing with the problem of addiction. Despite the government’s current efforts, substance use disorders continue to persist within the population. The purpose of this paper is to provide recommendations for addressing the issue of substance use disorder treatment through a modification of the therapeutic community (TC) in the Philippine context. Design/methodology/approach This conceptual paper reviews the existing facts about the Philippines’ campaign against drugs, the approaches implemented by the government, current state and research developments of TCs, and its resulting impact on contemporary evidence-based treatment for addiction in the country. Findings A treatment framework outlining a recovery-oriented therapeutic community (ROTC) is presented. The ROTC aims to address addiction as a chronic, relapsing disease. This alternative approach for addiction treatment in the Philippines is based on the concept of recovery, principles of effective substance use disorder treatment, and recent developments in TC best practices from the international community. Originality/value This paper discusses different recommendations for policy development, interventions and research, aimed at improving the odds of securing recovery for people suffering from addiction.

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