Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders
- Grisamore, S. P., Nguyen, R. L., Wiedbusch, E. K., Guerrero, M., Cope, C. E. A., Abo, M. G., & Jason, L. A. (2022). Journey to wellness: A socioecological analysis of veterans in recovery from substance use disorders. American Journal of Community Psychology, 70(3-4), 394-406. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajcp.12615
- This study examined the experiences of Veterans in recovery from substance use disorders, who were current or former residents of Oxford House (OH), a network of community-based recovery homes. Veterans (N = 20) participated in focus groups to discuss their experiences as well as their recovery. Researchers analyzed data through the lens of the connectedness, hope/optimism, identity, meaning in life, empowerment, and difficulties (CHIME-D) framework, an established recovery framework. Results were then organized using a socioecological approach focused on intrapersonal, interpersonal, and community aspects of recovery. Across all socioecological contexts, connectedness, empowerment, and difficulties were the most notable themes for Veterans in recovery.
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