title: A model of nonparticipation in alcohol treatment programs.
abstract: Why do the vast majority of those who suffer harm from drinking fail to obtain treatment? Based on a review of research literature and educational and treatment program materials, a model of nonparticipation in treatment is proposed whereby particular population groups are separated out according to whether or not they exhibit specified characteristics related to both harm from drinking and attitudes towards treatment. Eleven groups have been identified in the model, each of which has different reasons for failing to seek and/or obtain treatment. It is suggested that differing educational program messages should be sent to each group. While the model does not purport to be wholly inclusive of all nonparticipation, it offers a basis for addressing the variety of disparate groups that suffer harm from drinking but do not obtain treatment.
authors.affiliation: Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.
authors.forename: T L
authors.initials: TL
authors.lastname: Burton
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Williamson
mesh_terms: D000437:Alcoholism / Q000150:complications / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D002170:Canada; D015438:Health Behavior; D019538:Health Care Surveys; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D007255:Information Services; D008960:Models, Psychological; D010342:Patient Acceptance of Health Care / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D010465:Perception; D016320:Substance Abuse Treatment Centers; D016312:Treatment Refusal / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data