Cross-sectional comparison of individual and group psychosocial programs among individuals on probation with substance use problems in Türkiye - Report - MDSpire

Cross-sectional comparison of individual and group psychosocial programs among individuals on probation with substance use problems in Türkiye

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  • Utkan Boran Aşık

  • Samet Can Demirci

  • Zeynep Tomruk

  • Burak Erman Menkü

  • May 8, 2026

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Clinical Report: Comparative Analysis of Individual and Group Psychosocial Interventions

Overview

This study compares individual and group psychosocial interventions for substance-using probationers in Türkiye, revealing that group participation is associated with more favorable psychosocial outcomes. Participants in group programs exhibited higher levels of love of life, hope, cognitive flexibility, social support, and self-efficacy, alongside lower depression and anxiety scores.

Background

Incorporate relevant statistics or studies to substantiate claims about substance use disorders in probationers.

Data Highlights

Outcome MeasureGroup ProgramIndividual Program
Love of LifeHigherLower
Sustained HopeHigherLower
Cognitive FlexibilityHigherLower
Perceived Social SupportHigherLower
Self-EfficacyHigherLower
Depression ScoresLowerHigher
Anxiety ScoresLowerHigher

Key Findings

  • Participants in group programs had significantly higher levels of love of life compared to those in individual programs.
  • Group participants exhibited greater sustained hope and cognitive flexibility.
  • Perceived social support was significantly higher in the group program.
  • Self-efficacy scores were notably better in the group intervention.
  • Depression and anxiety scores were significantly lower in the group program compared to the individual program.
  • These differences persisted after controlling for sociodemographic variables.

Clinical Implications

The findings suggest that group-based psychosocial interventions may be more effective in enhancing psychosocial outcomes for substance-using probationers. Clinicians should consider implementing group programs as a viable option to improve treatment engagement and overall mental health in this population.

Conclusion

Highlight the importance of future longitudinal studies to establish causal relationships.

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