EFFECTIVENESS OF EXPRESSIVE WRITING THERAPY ON THE ANXIETY LEVEL AMONG SUBSTANCE-DEPENDENT PATIENTS IN SOBER HOUSE DE-ADDICTION CENTRE, DEHRADUN

Background: Drug addiction has become a global problem and a significant public health concern, especially among adolescents. Contrary to widespread belief, substance misuse and mental health problems frequently co occur. Depression and anxiety are among the most common problems brought up by patients seeking treatment for drug addiction. This study examines the level of anxiety of patients who are drug-dependent as well as the efficacy of expressive writing therapy. Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of expressive writing therapy among substance dependent patients in Sober House De addiction Centre, Dehradun. Material and Methods: A quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design (time series) was used in the study. A purposive sampling technique was used to collect data. For one month, on alternate days, patients with substance abuse disorders received expressive writing therapy. Data were collected by using a socio demographic profile and the Beck Anxiety Inventory Scale.