FACTORS OF ADHERENCE FOR COCAINE ADDICTION TREATMENT

PROGRAM FACTORS:

- ability to maintain a positive relationship with patient

- combined treatment modalities specific to the patient's needs

- making sure there is transition care and aftercare

INDIVIDUAL FACTORS:

- motivation to quit cocaine abuse

- having a good social network of friends and family who will encourage and support patient

- pressure to stay with treatment

Characteristics that increase chance of dropping out of treatment/relapse:

Strategies to keep patients in voluntary outpatient programs:

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