Title of article :
INHALANT DEPENDENCE: IS THERE A ROLE OF ACHIEVING ABSTINENT THROUGH SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT? A CASE REPORT
Author/Authors :
Razali, Radhiahtul Akmal Universiti of Kebangsaan Malaysia - Medical Centre - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Shamsuddin, Ahmad Faizal Universiti of Kebangsaan Malaysia - Medical Centre - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Wahab, Suzaily Universiti of Kebangsaan Malaysia - Medical Centre - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Abu Bakar, Abdul Kadir Hospital Permai, Malaysia
Abstract :
This case report highlights the success of community services and supported employment program that may be of help to a woman with chronic inhalant use to achieve a complete abstinence. Methods: We report the case of a 45 year old lady who chronically abused glue, presented after 10 years with substance induced psychosis and comorbid mood disorder. Results: Abstinent from inhalant dependence was achieved after series of home treatment services and supported employment program. Conclusion: Provision of acute community service and incorporating this patient in supported employment program contribute to her successful journey in achieving abstinence from inhalant dependence
Keywords :
Inhalant Dependence , Abstinent , Supported Employment
Journal title :
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
Journal title :
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
