Peer navigation: a pilot study to improve recovery capital for alcohol and other drug telephone helpline callers

Original research
par
Peart, Annette et al

Date de publication

2024

Géographie

Australia

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Oui

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

This pilot study explored the impact of peer navigation integrated into an alcohol and other drug (AOD) telephone helpline.

Constatations/points à retenir

Analyses showed significant improvements in recovery capital and self-efficacy at exit and follow-up respectively. Participants showed significant reductions in substance use at follow-up. Qualitative analysis indicated participants described unique benefits related to working with a peer, including help to access resources and support.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Helpline callers (n = 34; 21 male, 12 female, 1 non-binary; mean age 41.3 years) were connected to a peer worker for 6 weekly phone sessions. Linear mixed models were performed to assess change in recovery capital, self-efficacy, and substance use post-intervention and 3-months follow-up.

Mots clés

Peer/PWLLE program involvement