The Importance of Social Support for Individuals on Specialized Probation: A Gender Comparison of Relapse and Revocation
Leanne Fiftal Alarid,
Adam K. Matz
Abstract:Informed by social support theory, this study examined gender differences of revocation and relapse of 526 probationers diagnosed with a substance use disorder, mental health disorder, or co-occurring disorder who were court-ordered for treatment. Within 18 months of starting probation, 51% of men and 56% of women were revoked. Although not statistically significant, the relapse rate was 34% for women and 26% for men. Significant predictors of revocation were similar across gender with a lack of family support… Show more
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