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Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling
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Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - April 3, 2024 Category: Criminology Tags: ISSUE INFORMATION Source Type: research

Person ‐first language and addiction literature: The presence of labeling and emotional language in counseling articles
AbstractThe purpose of this study was to determine the rate and frequency of labeling language, emotional language, and person-first language (PFL) toward individuals with substance use disorders and addictions in articles published in 24 counseling journals. Of the 249 articles reviewed, 61.04% did not fully adhere to PFL, while 34.54% included labeling language and 51.41% included emotional language. A significant positive correlation was found between the use of labeling language and emotional language. Implications for practicing counselors, counselor educators, and researchers are provided. We advocate for the use of ...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - April 2, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Natalie M. Ricciutti, Willough Davis Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Recovery from substance use disorder among adolescents: Roles of adverse and positive childhood experiences
This study examines the roles of positive childhood experiences (PCEs) and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on the recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) among adolescents ages 12 –17, utilizing data from the 2016–2019 National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH). On a sample of 256 adolescents who have had SUD, a hierarchical binary logistic regression analysis demonstrated that the cumulative PCEs significantly increased the odds of SUD recovery, whereas the cumulative A CEs did not decrease the odds. (Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling)
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - March 30, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Isak Kim, Yuhyun Park, Christine Chasek, Abby Bjornsen, Kahyen Shin Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Perceptions of family ‐of‐origin belief systems among men in treatment for sexual offending: A phenomenological investigation
AbstractSexual offending is a public concern and results in lasting detrimental effects. Despite evidence demonstrating the impact of belief systems on sexual offending behaviors, research exploring family belief systems among individuals who perpetrate sexual offenses is limited. This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of 10 cisgender men in outpatient treatment for sexual offending. Following Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA), findings indicated a broad range of early experiences for men who have sexually offended. The rich findings that emerged from the lived experiences of the participants ar...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - March 20, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Jessie Huebner, Melissa J. Fickling Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Childhood trauma and sex addiction among adult men
This study explored the relationship between childhood trauma and sex addiction among a sample of adult men (N = 149). Thirty-eight (25.5%) men screened positive for sex addiction, whereas 111 (74.5%) did not. Using descriptive discriminant analysis, we found that four subscales of early trauma predicted risk of sex addiction group membership to varying degrees, accounting for 22.3% of the variance explai ned. Sexual and emotional abuse accounted for the most variance explained in the group differences, whereas physical abuse and, to a lesser extent, general trauma also contributed to the group differences. Implications ...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - March 19, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Amanda L. Giordano, Lisa E. Hedden, Sung Woo Kim, Lindsay A. Lundeen, Zhenqiu Lu Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Predictors of lifetime cannabis use among undergraduate students and changes during COVID ‐19
In this study, we examined predictors of traditional-aged undergraduate students ’ (n  =  115) lifetime cannabis use during COVID-19. Participants who had lower scores of self-regulation, higher levels of emotional dysregulation strategies, and a higher number of ACEs had more lifetime cannabis use. Additionally, participants’ methods of cannabis use changed during the pandemic as th ey primarily ingested more cannabis products (i.e., edibles) compared with before the pandemic began. Finally, the number of participants using cannabis in group settings during the pandemic was lower compared with before the pandemic be...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - March 15, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: John R. McCall, Amanda L. Giordano, Jolie Daigle, Brandee Appling Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

A pilot study of the behavioral addictions knowledge survey: Ensuring students ’ knowledge about process/behavioral addictions
This article presents the instrument development procedures and results of a preliminary exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and a Rasch analysis of the BAKS. The sample size included 77 counseling students. The EFA suggested a three-factor, 18-item solution, with satisfactory i nternal consistency within each factor. Rasch analysis results also yielded excellent infit and outfit statistics. Detailed psychometric properties of the BAKS are provided. Implications for counselor educators, supervisors, and future researchers are included. (Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling)
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - February 26, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Natalie M. Ricciutti, Sijia Zhang Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Implications of the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline among college students experiencing substance use crises
AbstractSubstance use remains a significant concern across college campuses and is associated with adverse mental health outcomes. Low levels of student help-seeking call for innovative forms of support that increase access to care. The new 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has the potential to address this concern through free, 24/7 crisis support. Regression analyses concluded that more frequent substance use significantly predicted lower help-seeking intentions for suicidal thoughts among a sample of 446 college students. Students were also least likely to use the lifeline for substance use concerns as opposed to other me...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - January 25, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Afroze N. Shaikh, Lauren Flynn, Alexis Isaac, Alec Prince, Mark Burgan, Jamian Coleman Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Informing adolescent substance misuse prevention: A parent focus group perspective
AbstractSubstance misuse during adolescence is an issue, and engaging parents in prevention efforts has significant positive impacts; yet barriers to engagement exist. The purpose of this qualitative parent focus group study was to understand the perspectives of participants (n = 5) about information and delivery platforms that will promote, engage, and support parents in prevention efforts. Thematic analyses identified five key themes from the semistructured interview: (1) educational support, (2) community support, (3) venues and platforms, (4) influences of other cou ntries, and (5) potential barriers. Implications fo...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - January 23, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Robin Hausheer, Kathleen Norris Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Sex addiction 101: Empirical support, treatment considerations, and future directions
AbstractSex addiction prevalence is estimated between 3% and 10%. There are multiple pathways to its development including biological predispositions, trauma and attachment issues, comorbid conditions, among others. Although controversy still surrounds sex addiction's conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment, some approaches to treatment have shown promise, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Empirical support, clinical implications, and future directions are discussed. (Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling)
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - January 20, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Natalie A. Drozda, David Delmonico Tags: ARTICLE Source Type: research

A clinical trial of the Examen and mindfulness within a secular substance use disorder treatment program
This study implemented the Examen as a secular cognitive –behavioral tool in the first longitudinal clinical trial of the intervention with an addiction treatment population, comparing it directly to a treatment-as-usual mindfulness intervention. The study found that Examen and mindfulness are equivalent in outcomes on depression, anxiety, stress, and s ubstance craving. Further research should continue to investigate the Examen as an alternative to mindfulness for religious and secular populations and the factors responsible for the success of these practices. (Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling)
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - January 4, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Christopher M. Buenrostro, Thomas G. Plante Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Queering recovery: A proposed model for LGBTQ+ ‐affirmative relapse prevention
AbstractProfessional counseling literature pertaining to substance use counseling for LGBTQ+ communities is scant. One such exclusion is relapse prevention for LGBTQ+ clients. To meet this gap, this paper explored LGBTQ+-specific factors that contribute to the development and maintenance of substance use and the risk of relapse once in recovery. We extend Witkiewitz and Marlatt's Dynamic Model of Relapse by identifying and integrating examples of LGBTQ+-specific tonic and phasic elements that influence relapse. Based on these postulations, an LGBTQ+-affirmative model of relapse prevention is introduced. Implications for re...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - January 2, 2024 Category: Criminology Authors: Michael P. Chaney, Nathaniel Mason Tags: INNOVATIONS IN PRACTICE Source Type: research

The association between counselor ratings of working alliance and in ‐session empathy among sex offender counselors
AbstractFactors such as the therapeutic relationship and working alliance have been shown to be important predictors for client outcomes in broad counseling settings with diverse client populations. The present study used linear multiple regression analysis to explore how relational factors such as in-session empathy and mindfulness impact working alliance when providing sex offender counseling. Results from sex offender counselor participants (N = 109) showed that the perspective taking aspect of empathy was most impactful on working alliance and that in-session mindfulness was less impactful on working alliance. (Sourc...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - December 11, 2023 Category: Criminology Authors: Paul A. Carrola, David A. Johnson, Michelle Santana, Zuzanna Gromulska Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Attitudes toward individuals with opioid use disorders and criminal justice involvement: An experimental vignette study
AbstractProviding moderate levels of treatment to individuals with a criminal justice history is associated with lowered rates of recidivism; yet, treatment access remains low. One possible factor contributing to the lack of treatment options is public stigma. An experimental study was conducted that tested for differences in stigmatizing attitudes across conditions: (a) major depressive disorder (MDD), (b) MDD and opioid use disorder (OUD), and (c) MDD, OUD, and nonviolent, drug-related criminal histories. Findings indicate that individuals who meet the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition,...
Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - October 30, 2023 Category: Criminology Authors: M. Kristina DePue, Justin S. Tauscher, Ren Liu, Tricia Woodliff Tags: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Source Type: research

Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling
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Source: Journal of Addictions and Offender Counseling - October 17, 2023 Category: Criminology Tags: ISSUE INFORMATION Source Type: research