College programming for students in addiction recovery: A PRISMA-guided scoping review. (October 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Vest, Noel; Reinstra, Meg; Timko, Christine; Kelly, John; Humphreys, Keith
• Is Part Of: Addictive behaviors. Volume 121(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-10
• Subjects: Collegiate recovery program -- Scoping review -- College students -- Substance use disorder; Substance abuse -- Periodicals; Alcoholism -- Periodicals; Drug addiction -- Periodicals; Nicotine addiction -- Periodicals; Smoking -- Periodicals; Gambling -- Psychological aspects -- Periodicals; Electronic journals; 362.29
• DOI: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2021.106992
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0306-4603

Abstract

Highlights: A scoping review of collegiate recovery programming in the U.S. The review identified four sub-groups of relevant primary outcomes. Across studies, programs improved relapse, educational, and social support outcomes. Government and foundation funded research was infrequent in the literature. Research is needed, particularly prospective cohort and matching trials. Abstract: Background: The health and well-being of students in recovery from substance use disorder are increasingly being recognized as a priority on college campuses. This scoping review maps the state of the existing literature evaluating collegiate recovery programming to highlight research gaps and inform policy. Method: We conducted a systematic search of articles related to collegiate recovery programming published before August 2020. The 15 extracted study characteristics included publication type, study design, primary outcomes, reporting of behavioral addictions, mutual-help group attendance, sample demographic information, school size, ownership, and funding source. Results: The PRISMA-guided search strategy identified 357 articles for abstract review; of 113 articles retained for full-text review, 54 studies met criteria for inclusion. Primary outcomes were coded into four domains: clinical, recovery experience, program characterization, and stigma. Most (57%) used quantitative observational designs and 41% employed qualitative research designs. Government or foundation grants funded 11% of the studies. Conclusion: The domains identified offer a framework for healthcare providers, college administrators, and researchers to understand and improve programs, thereby better serving this vulnerable student group.