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Dorali M, Rezapour-Mirsaleh Y, Soltani M. Career Prospects of Substance-Dependent Individuals Following a Return to Work: A Qualitative Study. etiadpajohi 2025; 18 (74) :131-156
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Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Ardakan University, Ardakan, Iran
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Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the job prospects of recovering substance-dependent people after returning to work. Method: This was a qualitative study based on a phenomenological approach. The target population included all substance-dependent individuals in Shahrekord County who were one year post-addiction rehabilitation in 2021. From this population, 15 individuals were selected using a purposive and snowball sampling method. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, and thematic analysis was used for data analysis. Results: From the total data collected, three main categories were extracted: achievements, work as a factor in continued recovery, and future prospects. The job-related achievements of the substance-dependent individuals included independence, self-concept, planning, consultation, hardworking, spirituality, increased income, and the acquisition of knowledge and expertise. Work as a factor in continued recovery included the sub-category of work preventing pathological thoughts. Future prospects included the sub-categories of future career advancement, the support of others, and changing one's living environment. Conclusion: Based on the findings of this research, individuals recovering from addiction have gained the ability to envision a future career path. By leveraging the job support of others, financial planning, and environmental changes, these recovering individuals can facilitate their own progress and growth.
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Received: 2024/05/30 | Accepted: 2025/04/15 | Published: 2025/09/8
Received: 2024/05/30 | Accepted: 2025/04/15 | Published: 2025/09/8
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