Compliance on Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Clients on Aftercare Protocols and Requirements

Belinda  A. Ramos,; Aristotle  B. Laguindo,; Cristina   A. Duarte,

Compliance on Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation Clients on Aftercare Protocols and Requirements

Belinda A Ramos | Aristotle B. Laguindo | Cristina A. Duarte

Abstract:

Drug abuse is a worldwide problem with a high economic burden because of its chronicity nature. Drug dependence starts slowly, and so does treatment and rehabilitation, which is painful physically, emotionally, and psychologically not only for the drug user but also with the family and the caregiver. This study aims to determine the level of compliance of the treatment and rehabilitation aftercare program clients on the protocols and requirements of the program using descriptive documentary analysis and unstructured interviews among the clients, caregivers, and case managers. Seventy-three clients agreed to have their documents evaluated and assessed. Descriptive analysis using frequency and percentage was done for the demographic profile, while thematic analysis was used to analyze the problems encountered and recommended interventions to improve compliance. Results showed that the majority of the clients comply with the protocols and requirements of the aftercare program. Still, almost similar numbers of clients have satisfactory compliance and are not compliant with the aftercare program. Problems encountered by clients in complying with aftercare protocols and requirements are related to financial constraints, family-related issues, health issues, and work-related problems. Interventions to improve compliance are referral to agencies responsible for the client's specific problem, the conduct of make-up sessions, and random client monitoring once an absence is incurred. A study on the weaknesses of implementing the aftercare program must be conducted to identify areas that need improvement, enhance motivation, and prevent drug use.

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