Coping Skills and the Self-Efficacy of Substance-Using Women Versus Non-Substance-Using Women

Researchers purport that self-efficacy is critical for behavioral change. The theory of self-efficacy explains when an individual is able to attain awareness, lifestyle changes can occur and efforts to maintain self-efficacy are enhanced. The coping skills and self-efficacy of substance-using women versus nonusing women under social pressure were investigated. Research indicated that self-efficacy is a crucial component in changing behaviors. A sample of 60 African American female participants between the ages of 21 and 60 years of age were recruited for the study through a convenience sample. Specifically, 30 substance-using women from the Partners in Recovery Treatment Program, which is located at the Department of Social Services (DSS), and 30 non-substance-using women seeking benefits from the local DSS office were studied. Results revealed the mean score for self-efficacy in substance users is 2.90 (.88) versus 1.10 (.31) nonsubstance users. There was a statistical difference in coping skills and efficacy of substance users when compared to substance users, t (57) = −2.52., p = .02. Researchers suggest that more strategies are needed to enhance self-efficacy and coping skills in substance-using women

Coping (psychology · Psychotherapist · Self-efficacy · Social support · Substance use · Behavioral Health and Interventions · Community Health and Development · Psychology · Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes · Clinical Psychology

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