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Original Article

Smoking, Alcohol, and Substance Addiction Treatment Program (SAMBA): A Retrospective Analysis of the Effectiveness

Remzi Oğulcan Çıray,Mehmet Akif Çeçen,Pelin Çiray
2025, 9(2), s:28-34

Alcohol and substance use disorders are common public health issues that impair individuals’ biopsychosocial functioning and present various challenges during the treatment process. The Tobacco, Alcohol, and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program (SAMBA) is structured with the aim of providing psychoeducation to individuals struggling with addiction, enhancing their communication and problem-solving skills, and supporting impulse control. This study aims to evaluate the implementation, participant characteristics, and treatment-related outcomes of the SAMBA program conducted over the course of one year at a training and research hospital. The study examines the demographic characteristics of the individuals participating in the program, their level of treatment adherence, and their relationship with the SAMBA program. The findings suggest that SAMBA provides a structured and holistic approach to addiction treatment and may serve as an effective model for enhancing treatment adherence.