scholarly journals Feelings and codependent behavior in the family of illicit drugs users

2017 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 175
Author(s):  
Bruna Da Costa ◽  
Sonia Silva Marcon ◽  
Marcelle Paiano ◽  
Catarina Aparecida Sales ◽  
Mariluce Alves Maftum ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
Drug Addicts ◽  
Mode Content ◽  
The Family ◽  
The One ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
And Control

 Current descriptive and qualitative study described feelings and codependent behavior in relatives of illicit drug users. Data were collected between March and April 2012 by an open interview with eight family members of illicit drugs-dependent individuals and subjected to theme-mode content analysis. Results were classified into two categories which showed intense suffering coupled to feelings of guilt, fear, shame, sadness, shame and manifestation of codependent behaviors such as denial and control of the one´s situation and that of others. Professionals should know the situation in which the families of drug addicts live to assist them in a different way. They should also identify codependent relatives, since they also need care so that their behavior does not worsen the symptoms and behavior of the drug user and prevents a possible medical or psychiatric diagnosis. 

Drug-Related Sentiments among Minority Youth

1978 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 327-335 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vincent Myers
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
White Men ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Social Interventions ◽  
Older Youth ◽  
Urban Rural ◽  
And Behavior

Interviews with a nationwide sample of young and low-income black, chicano, and Caribbean men and women, as well as their nonminority counterparts, reveal that the large majority disapprove of illicit drug phenomena. Of the racial or ethnic groups queried, Caribbean youth are most likely, and white youth are least likely to disapprove. And, although women and older youth are more likely to disapprove than men and younger youth, sentiments do not vary by formal educational attainment or urban/rural backgrounds. Within each group, white men and women are in greatest attitudinal discord, and black men and women are in greatest attitudinal accord. Although one-half of the youth report having had illicit drug experiences, two-thirds of these currently disapprove of illicit drugs and illicit drug users. Even so, youth who have used illicit substances are less likely to disapprove of drug phenomena than those who have abstained or confined their use to licit substances. Despite these findings, interviews with adults who staffed the programs in which the youth were involved, perceived the sentiments to be different than they were reported to us. Accordingly, the conclusion is drawn that young people with the attributes of our respondents may bring a set of drug-related sentiments, cognitions, and behavior to programs which are different than many professionals in the social interventions might expect.

scholarly journals Impact of the policy of drug criminalization in the treatment of illicit drug dependents

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thais Baracal da Cunha ◽  
Sandra Cristina Veiga de Oliveira Santos
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Drug User ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Health Area ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
The Impact

To understand from the perspective of nurses and users of illicit drugs of CAPS Ad the impact of the Brazilian Criminalization Policy on the treatment of chemical dependents. Method: Qualitative research with nurses and users of illicit drugs of CAPS Ad. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, recorded and analyzed by he Content Analysis Technique. Results: The categories that emerged in the nurses' speech were "Criminalization as a controlling and prohibitionist policy"; "Moralism and stigmatization in the health area"; "Criminalization as a hindrance or not of treatment" and in the users speech were "The attentive look in the health area", "Marginalization of the drug user", "Criminalization as difficult or not treatment." Final Considerations: This study made it possible to give voice to illicit drug users and nurses, promoting reflections on prejudice and stigma still present in today's society.

PARENTAL DRUG USAGE: EFFECT UPON CHROMOSOMES OF PROGENY

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1971 ◽  
Vol 47 (6) ◽  
pp. 1037-1041
Author(s):  
Kenneth W. Dumars
Keyword(s):  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
Medical Problem ◽  
Clinical State ◽  
Chromosomal Breakage ◽  
Drug Usage ◽  
Illicit Drug Users ◽  
Significant Difference

Illicit drug usage is a serious medical problem. Parental use of LSD and the effect upon the unborn infant is in question. However, parental use of LSD has often prevented acceptance of those children subsequently relinquished for adoption. In this study we reviewed the records and clinical state of over 1,000 consecutive infants who were relinquished for adoption. Clinical and developmental examination was conducted upon 47 and chromosomal karyotyping upon 41/47 infants whose parents were illicit drug users. In comparison with comparable controls we found no statistically significant difference in the incidence of chromosomal breakage or rearrangement. Parental use of illicit drugs does not in itself constitute a valid reason for the refusal to accept or place an infant relinquished for adoption.

scholarly journals RELIGION IN THOUGHT MURTADHA MUTHAHHARI

Tsaqofah ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (02) ◽  
pp. 99
Author(s):  
Didin Komarudin Komarudin
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Fundamental Problem ◽  
Religious Practice ◽  
Sociological Analysis ◽  
Religion And Science ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
The One ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Religious Actors

This writing is based on the background that religious formalism is increasingly becoming a fundamental problem. This is marked by the patterns and behavior of people who claim to be religious but there is no concrete implementation in their daily lives. This research was conducted to determine the concept of religion as a fitrah for humans as well as how religious beliefs are to the level of the relationship between religion and science according to Murtadha Motahhari. This research is a qualitative study that uses a sociological analysis approach, while the data in this study come from content analysis collected from various sources. , the level of religious belief, until people know God, the criticisms of Murtadha muthahhari which are an integral part of the life of the above figures to practice true religious values. Religion as human nature gives birth to the belief that religion is the only way to fulfill all needs, so that religion is not only a label or social formality but is able to become a guide in life and life. All religions teach goodness and peace, and no religion teaches violence. But sometimes there is violence in the name of religion because of a lack of understanding or a distortion of the source of religion itself. So that religion is sometimes used, and it seems that religion and religious practice are the opposite. So what is blamed on the concept of religion itself is actually the one who is wrong for religious actors.

Relationship between marijuana and other illicit drug use and depression/suicidal thoughts among late middle-aged and older adults

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 577-589 ◽  
Author(s):  
Namkee G. Choi ◽  
Diana M. DiNitto ◽  
C. Nathan Marti ◽  
Bryan Y. Choi
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Drug Use ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Illicit Drug Use ◽  
Middle Aged ◽  
Suicidal Thoughts ◽  
The Usa

ABSTRACTBackground:Despite growing numbers of older-adult illicit drug users, research on this topic is rare. This study examined the relationship between marijuana and/or other illicit drug use and major depressive episode (MDE) and serious suicidal thoughts among those aged 50+ years in the USA.Methods:The public use files of the 2008 to 2012 US National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provided data on 29,634 individuals aged 50+ years. Logistic regression analysis was used to test hypothesized associations between past-year marijuana and/or other illicit drug use and MDE and serious suicidal thoughts.Results:Nearly 6% of the 50+ years age group reported past-year marijuana and/or other illicit drug use. Compared to non-users of any illicit drug, the odds of past-year MDE among those who used marijuana only, other illicit drugs only, and marijuana and other illicit drugs were 1.54 (95% CI = 1.17–2.03), 2.75 (95% CI = 1.75–4.33), and 2.12 (95% CI = 1.45–3.09), respectively. Those who used marijuana and other drugs also had higher odds (2.44, 95% CI = 1.58–3.77) of suicidal thoughts than non-users of any illicit drug. However, among users of any illicit drug, no difference was found among users of marijuana only, marijuana and other illicit drugs, and other illicit drugs only. Among marijuana users, marijuana use frequency was a significant correlate of suicidal thoughts only among those with MDE.Conclusions:Health and mental health (MH) service providers should pay close attention to the potential reciprocal effects of marijuana and other illicit drug use and MDE and suicidal thoughts among late middle-aged and older adults.

scholarly journals THE GREAT AND THE GRAND: THE ROLES OF GREAT-GRANDPARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS IN MULTIGENERATIONAL FAMILIES

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S283-S284
Author(s):  
Emily Schuler ◽  
Cristina Maria de Souza Brito Dias
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Vertical Structure ◽  
Human Aging ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis ◽  
Multigenerational Families ◽  
The Past ◽  
The Family ◽  
Two Generations ◽  
The One

Abstract The increase of Human Aging has been observed rapidly in the whole world, as it has been in Brazil allowing the experience to live several roles within the family for a longer time. As a consequence, more multigenerational families emerge with a more vertical structure, formed by four or even five generations. While the oldest generation adds another generational role to their life, the one of great-grandparents, the youngest generation is born into an intergenerational network of relationships. There are various questions about the differences in the role of great-grandparents and grandparents, which motivated this present study. Thus, the objective of this study was to understand the roles of great-grandparents and grandparents in the family and their intergenerational repercussions. Four families with for generations, totaling 16 participants. One member of each generation was interviewed, using a specific script, which was afterwards analyzed by the Thematic Content Analysis. The results pointed out that both great-grandparents and grandparents have distinct roles that are constructed around the needs of the family; both figures provide emotional and material support to the family; both roles have transgenerational importance in the transmission of family legacies, which are related to faith, solidarity, education and order. It can also be said that the great-grandparents can be compared to the grandparents of the past, as the grandparents can be assimilated to the parents of older days. It is hoped that this research contributes to the visibility of these two generations and to sensitize professionals about this theme.

An Interview with Judy G. Barber: Prenuptial Agreements, Intimacy, Trust and Control

1997 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 173-178 ◽  
Author(s):  
Drew S. Mendoza ◽  
Sharon P. Krone
Keyword(s):  
The Other ◽  
Good Chance ◽  
Marriage And Family ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
The Family ◽  
Emotional Commitment ◽  
The One ◽  
And Control ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

A business-owning family and a soon-to-be-wed couple often face two mutually exclusive goals that seem impossible to reconcile. On the one hand, a couple considering marriage wants to believe that love alone will keep them together. On the other hand, statistics today say there is a good chance the relationship will not last. A prenuptial agreement provides the protection an individual or the family may want against a possible divorce, but the process by which the document is introduced and negotiated can deplete the relationship of intimacy. How can a woman from a wealthy business-owning family express and reinforce the emotional commitment and trust she has for her partner while presenting a prenuptial agreement] How can a son administer a prenuptial agreement to his fiancee without controlling the process or outcome of his spouse's financial welfare] How can a family require a prenuptial agreement without jeopardizing their future relationship with the newlyweds] In the following interview, Judy Barber, a consultant and licensed marriage and family counselor specializing in the psychology of money, outlines several recommendations for families and couples who are considering a prenuptial agreement.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Spontaneous Clearance of Hepatitis C Virus among Illicit Drug Users

2007 ◽  
Vol 21 (7) ◽  
pp. 447-451 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason Grebely ◽  
Jesse D Raffa ◽  
Calvin Lai ◽  
Mel Krajden ◽  
Brian Conway ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hepatitis C Virus ◽  
Hepatitis C ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Illicit Drugs ◽  
Illicit Drug ◽  
Spontaneous Clearance ◽  
Hiv Coinfection ◽  
Aboriginal Ethnicity ◽  
Hcv Antibody ◽  
Spontaneous Hcv Clearance

BACKGROUND: Spontaneous clearance of hepatitis C virus (HCV) occurs in approximately 25% of individuals.METHODS: To better understand the characteristics associated with clearance, the present study evaluated HCV clearance in a community-based cohort study. The Community Health and Safety Evaluation project recruited 3553 individuals via community organizations and door-to-door canvassing of a random sample of single occupancy hotels in the community to monitor uptake of health services and to estimate the incidence of communicable infections. Cohort data were linked with longitudinal laboratory databases, including HCV antibody and polymerase chain reaction assay results.RESULTS: Overall, 762 individuals had HCV antibody and RNA testing performed between 1999 and 2005. Spontaneous HCV clearance was observed in 179 individuals (23.5%), while HCV persistence was observed in 583 individuals (76.5%). The ability to develop protective immunity against HCV, as demonstrated by viral clearance, occurred more often in individuals of Aboriginal ethnicity (adjusted OR [AOR] 2.9, 95% CI 2.0 to 4.3; P<0.001) and female individuals (AOR 1.6, 95% CI 1.1 to 2.4; P=0.01). The rate of spontaneous HCV clearance was reduced in individuals using any type of illicit drugs (AOR 0.54, 95% CI 0.29 to 1.00; P=0.05) and those with HIV coinfection (AOR 0.58, 95% CI 0.38 to 0.88; P=0.01). Of 218 HIV-infected subjects, 48 of 51 (94%) in whom the order of HCV and HIV infection was established were infected with HCV a median of 2.4 years (range 0.2 to 10 years) before becoming infected with HIV.CONCLUSIONS: Aboriginal ethnicity and female sex were associated with increased rates of HCV clearance, while HIV coinfection and illicit drug use were associated with increased HCV persistence.

scholarly journals TOWARD THE BEST STRATEGY IN MINIMIZING THE SPREAD OF DRUG USERS

ICCD ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 171-176
Author(s):  
Mochamad Soelton ◽  
Tati Nugrahati ◽  
Yanto Ramli ◽  
Dudi Permana ◽  
Deden Kurniawan
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Child Protection ◽  
Elementary School Children ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Drug Addicts ◽  
School Age ◽  
The People ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Government

This theme aimed to minimize the spread of Narcotics users at the student level, in the data of the National Narcotics Agency (BNN), cases of drug use by the drug users up to March 2018 amounted to 6.4 Million. The data is alarming because along with the increase in drug cases (especially among the young people and the children). The spread of drugs is easy because the elementary school children have also started trying to smoke cigarettes. Although the government in the Child Protection Act number 23 of 2002 in article 20, it has been stated that the State, the government, the community, the family, and the parents are obliged and responsible for the implementation of child protection (see more fully in the Child Protection Act). However, the child protection from drugs is still far from expectations. A lot of elementary school and junior high school age of children are also trapped in drugs; the drug addicts are generally  between the ages of 11 and 24. At the productive age or student age, the students who take drugs usually begin with their introduction to cigarettes. From this habit, their association continues to increase, especially when the students join with the people who have become the drug addicts. At the beginning they only try to use the drugs, but then they will depend on them.

Women and politeness: The Javanese example

1988 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 535-554 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy J. Smith-Hefner
Keyword(s):  
Public Power ◽  
Power And Control ◽  
Social Structural ◽  
The Family ◽  
Structural Variables ◽  
The Status ◽  
The One ◽  
Linguistic Behavior ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Relationship

ABSTRACTThis article explores the relationship between the status of Javanese women and the politeness or formality of their speech. I examine the hypothesis that, cross-culturally, women will speak more politely than men as an expression of their secondary status. Ethnographic research from East Java reveals that Javanese women are required to be more polite within the family where they receive less polite speech and offer more. In the wider context of Javanese culture, however, it is Javanese men who strive to cultivate politeness for the purpose of expressing their superior status and authority. The potentially coercive or political power of politeness in Javanese is related to the ambiguity of the polite codes themselves, which may be used to express both deference or humility on the one hand and status, refinement, and power on the other. Speech patterns are linked to a number of social-structural variables: patterns of socialization, models of appropriate male and female linguistic behavior, and men's and women's social roles and typical spheres of interest. Where, as in Java, polite codes are associated with public power and control, we should expect that men may be especially concerned with the cultivation of polite styles of speech. (Politeness, gender roles, linguistic socialization, Indonesia)

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