Psychosocial Predictors of Relapse Among Patients with Alcohol Problems

Background: Alcohol abuse is a common problem that is socially, psychologically and economically devastating to health of individuals. Objectives: the purpose of this study was to examine the interrelationship between alcohol relapse, self efficacy, perceived social support, and perceived stress among individual diagnosed with alcohol dependence. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive correlational design was utilized to collect data using selfadministered questionnaire from a purposeful sample of 111 Jordanians diagnosed with alcohol dependence. Data collected in regards to self efficacy, perceived social support, and perceived stress. Results: patients reported moderate to severe psychological distress, moderate level of self-efficacy, and moderate perception of social support. The analysis also showed that self-efficacy and perceived social support from other and from friends have negative and not significant correlation with relapse. Also age had significant and positive correlation with relapse. Marital status and duration of alcohol dependence were significant predictors of relapse. Conclusion: Stress and socio-demographic characteristic are significant factors to be considered while planning for alcohol relapse prevention.