ATTC Messenger November 2024

Evaluating the Recovery Capital framework in post-prison populations

November 2024 | ATTCnetwork.org

Evaluating the Recovery Capital framework in post-prison populations

By Heather Howard, MSW, Ph.D., LICSW (MA,RI), LCSW-QS, Associate Professor, Phyllis & Harvey Sandler School of Social Work, Florida Atlantic University

Peer navigators with similar lived experiences and access to affordable housing were found to be key factors in helping individuals stay on track with their recovery goals and reduce stressors that often lead to a return to use.

These results from our recent study of a group of individuals involved in the criminal/legal system in South Florida and also having substance use disorders (SUDs) align with existing research showing that combining substance treatment with post-release support lowers recidivism.

Our study explored how stable housing, peer support, and social networks impacted 97 participants over 90 days to evaluate the effectiveness of a recovery program based on a "recovery capital" framework. This approach focuses on the social, personal, and cultural resources that help individuals sustain recovery and avoid reoffending.

The ATTC Network is funded by SAMHSA and the author’s opinions do not necessarily represent the opinions of SAMHSA or the ATTC. We respectfully offer this article to encourage healthy discussion to advance our field.

Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA) Principles in Recovery

Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access (DEIA) Principles in Recovery emphasizes the principles: DEIA; behavioral health equity; culturally and linguistically appropriate services; trauma-informed and resilience-centered care; and person- and family-centered care. It also provides introductory information and directs readers to recommended resources and examples of best practice recovery programs and services.

Released October 2024.

Supporting Recovery within the LGBTQI+ Community Issue Brief

Provides a summary of the finding from the convening that identify gaps and scalable solutions to increase recovery supports and learn about innovative approaches to meet the unique recovery needs of the LGBTQIA community.

Released September 2024

Black People Receive Lower Doses of Medications for OUD Than White People in Both Real World and Clinical Trial Settings

There are racial and ethnic disparities in access to and quality of treatment for OUD. Compared with Black and Hispanic or Latinx people, white people are more likely to be prescribed medication for OUD (MOUD) and to receive higher doses of it.

Reddit-Based Cannabis Support Community’s Use of SAMHSA’s Domains of Recovery Suggests It’s a Good Resource for Those Seeking Support

There is some evidence that people wanting to reduce or stop their cannabis use are increasingly turning to publicly available online support forums.

The International Society of Substance Use Prevention and Treatment Professionals (ISSUP) is a global, not-for-profit, non-government organization to support the development of a professional prevention and treatment network.

Visit the ISSUP Knowledge Share to get the latest international research news.

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