Factors associated with completion of alcohol detoxification in residential settings

Over 15 million Americans have alcohol use disorder (AUD). Detoxification often occurs before treatment and is, therefore, an important component of the alcohol treatment system. Detoxification in a residential setting is indicated for certain patient populations, who often have more severe cases. This analysis examines factors associated with completion of detoxification for patients with AUD in residential facilities.
Source: Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment - Category: Addiction Authors: Source Type: research