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October 3, 2025

Outcomes and gender differences in a group-based in-prison program for drug offenders in the Philippines.

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MHMa. Regina M. HechanovaAteneo de Manila UniversityBRBenjamin Ryan M RañesesUniversity Research Co (United States)ARAnnabelle M RoscoSocial Welfare Department

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Implication

Cohort analysis explores gender differences in psychological well-being and recovery skills among drug offenders, suggesting focused interventions.

Key Points

  • The program emphasized recovery skills, life skills, and family support, leading to significant improvements in psychological well-being and quality of life.
  • Female participants showed a greater effect size in recovery outcomes compared to males, indicating notable gender differences in program impact.
  • Cohort design utilized pre- and post-test surveys, revealing interactions between gender and outcomes related to substance use and well-being.
  • The study advocates for implementing gender-focused drug recovery programs to prevent recidivism and support individuals post-incarceration.

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Hechanova et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68e02f34f0e39f13e7fa2049https://doi.org/10.1108/ijoph-12-2024-0076
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