Influence of Psychosocial Therapy in Enhancing Recovery Among Drug-Dependent Patients at Ring Road State Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

This study examined the influence of psychosocial therapy in enhancing recovery among drugdependent patients at Ring Road State Hospital, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. It explored how psychosocial interventions contribute to behavioural change, coping strategies, emotional wellbeing, treatment adherence, and recovery outcomes. A mixed-method research design was adopted. Sixty-eight respondents participated, comprising 57 drug-dependent patients and 11 healthcare professionals. Quantitative data were collected using a structured questionnaire, while qualitative data were obtained through an in-depth interview guide. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests in SPSS version 25, while qualitative responses were analysed thematically. Findings showed that 49 (86.0%) patients reported receiving psychosocial treatment, 45 (79.0%) reported improved behaviour, 43 (75.0%) reported improved emotional well-being, 47 (82.0%) reported improved treatment adherence, and 44 (77.0%) reported positive recovery outcomes. Chi-square analysis showed significant relationships between psychosocial treatment and behavioural patterns/coping strategies, and between psychosocial treatment and recovery outcomes (χ²(1) = 11.02, p = 0.001. Qualitative findings further indicated improved self-awareness, emotional regulation, coping, treatment commitment, and social relationships. Participants also identified inadequate staffing and resources, poor family support, stigma, and inconsistent participation as challenges affecting therapy. The study concludes that psychosocial therapy is an important component of recovery-oriented care for drug-dependent patients