Title
Risk factors for relapse among patients with alcohol dependence syndrome
Authors
S. Nalini*, P. Vijayasamundeeswari, G.J. Sara Sapharina & R. Poongodi
Affiliation
Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Sri Ramachandra Faculty of Nursing, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU), Porur, Chennai-600116, India; *Corresponding author
S Nalini - E - mail: nalini.s@sriramachandra.edu.in
P Vijayasamundeeswari - E - mail: vijayasamundeeswari.p@sriramachandra.edu.in
GJ Sara sapharina - E - mail: sarajohn.g@sriramachandra.edu.in
R Poongodi - E - mail: poongodimohan@sriramachandra.edu.in
Article Type
Research Article
Date
Received May 1, 2025; Revised May 31, 2025; Accepted May 31, 2025, Published May 31, 2025
Abstract
Alcohol dependence poses significant challenges globally, with relapse prevention being a crucial aspect of treatment. This study, conducted among patients with alcohol dependence syndrome in psychiatric and outpatient departments at a tertiary hospital, examined risk factors for relapse. The findings highlighted that family dynamics significantly influence relapse risk, while selected clinical variables showed no significant association. Notably, craving for alcohol, pleasurable events, family conflict, financial problems and loss of loved ones emerged as major risk factors for relapse or lapse. The majority of participants were found to have a moderate risk for relapse. Thus, the importance of tailored interventions by healthcare providers to prevent relapse and enhance patient quality of life is relevant.
Keywords
Risk factors, relapse, alcohol dependence syndrome
Citation
Nalini et al. Bioinformation 21(5): 1034-1037 (2025)
Edited by
P Kangueane
ISSN
0973-2063
Publisher
License
This is an Open Access article which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly credited. This is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License.
