American Journal on Addictions · 2007 · 47 citations · 33 references
Public HealthHealth BehaviorHiv PreventionSubstance Use DisordersSubstance Use PreventionAddictionPeer InfluenceSocial Network AnalysisSocial NetworksDrug Use EpidemiologyDrug User HealthEntrySocial Network DynamicsSocial Network InterventionSocial Network SizeSocial Network Structure
Prospective data were analyzed to examine individual and social network characteristics that predict entry into drug treatment among a sample of 557 heroin and cocaine users. Entering treatment was associated with being HIV positive [AOR: 2.25, 95% CI: 1.33-3.81] and a history of drug treatment [AOR: 3.41, 95% CI: 2.19-5.31]. Individuals with a greater number of social network members who were in drug treatment [AOR: 1.29, 95% CI: 1.07-1.56] and fewer network members who smoked crack [AOR: 0.86, 95% CI: 0.75-0.99] were more likely to enter treatment. Social network-based interventions that promote successful outcomes in drug treatment are needed.
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