The Effectiveness of Self-Help Group (SHG) Therapy in Preventing Drug Use Among Adolescents: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
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Objectives: This study explores the effectiveness of Self-Help Group (SHG) therapy in preventing drug abuse amongst adolescents.
Methods: A Cluster-randomized controlled trial was conducted with with 80 junior high school students in Aceh, Indonesia. Participants were divided into intervention and control groups. The Intervention group underwent a six-week self-help group (SHG) therapy program. Outcomes including knowledge, attitudes, desire to use drugs, social support, and self-efficacy were assessed via self-report questionnaires.
Results: The intervention group showed significant improvements in knowledge (p=0.001), attitudes (p=0.001), and a reduced desire to use drugs (p=0.001). There was no significant change in social support (p=0.139), but a significant decrease in self-efficacy (p=0.007).
Conclusion: Self-help group (SHG) therapy is effective for enhancing knowledge and attitudes and reducing drug use intention among adolescents. Additional strategies are needed to strengthen social support and self-efficacy.
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