Group Therapy in Alcohol Dependence: A Hospital-Based Study

Background: An individual in a social animal. He/she is always influenced by family, friends, community, religion, culture, and social groups. Group therapy is found to be an effective mode of non-pharmacological treatment in people with alcohol dependence. Objectives of the study: The study aimed to develop insight regarding the emotional and behavioral problems associated with alcohol use, benefits of a drug-free life, barriers to recovery, and benefits of relaxation using the psychoeducational group model of substance use. Methodology: A homogeneous and closed group of 8 persons with alcohol dependence (according to ICD-10) was taken for the study. The study was conducted at the in-patient department of LGBRIMH, Tezpur. Tools used for pre and post-assessment were Clinical and Social Skill Performa, Socio-Adaptive Functioning Evaluation Scale (SAFE), Work Behavior Inventory. Results: Significant positive changes were observed in pre and post-assessment scores. Conclusion: The psychoeducational group model is effective in alcohol dependence groups.