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Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/24262
Title: The Influence of Retention Statistics on a Short-Term Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility
Other Titles: Influence of Retention Statistics on Substance Abuse Practice
Authors: Robertson, Ian
Advisor: Cain, Roy
Department: None
Keywords: retention statistics;short-term resiedntial substance abuse treatment facility;residential substance abuse;substance abuse treatment facility
Publication Date: Apr-2005
Abstract: Residential addiction agencies are confronted by government with the expectation of collecting retention data. Retention as a statistic is being used to measure treatment effectiveness. The use of retention statistics to measure treatment effectiveness creates tension for managers and staff. This research will explore the use of retention statistics within the organization and the tension it creates for manager and frontline staff. The collection of retention data has shaped policies and practices that are "number-centered" versus "client-centered." Previous literature on retention statistics and personal interviews were methods utilized to gather data.
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/11375/24262
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