Relapse prevention treatment for liver transplant patients |
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Authors: | Christopher C. Wagner Deborah L. Haller Mary Ellen Olbrisch |
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Affiliation: | (1) Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia;(2) Department of Psychiatry, Medical College of Virginia, Box 980109, 23298 Richmond, Virginia |
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Abstract: | This paper explores the utility of relapse prevention therapy (RPT) for transplant candidates with substance use disorders. Similarities and differences between this population and the general substance abuse patient population are discussed and suggestions are made for modifying the RPT treatment protocol. Major issues include the source and intensity of motivation for treatment, the nature of the therapeutic relationship, the type and severity of psychosocial consequences that may have been experienced as a result of substance use, and the patient's perception of the problem (addiction versus liver disease). Recommendations are made to provide empathy and support around medical concerns, motivate them for sobriety, and work to build collaborative relationships between team members and patients. Patients need to see the RP therapists as working to help them maintain sobriety and obtain a transplant, not as policing their drug use. |
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Keywords: | relapse prevention liver transplant substance abuse |
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