Comorbid Psychopathology, Substance Use, and Treatment Outcomes: A Follow-Up of Inpatient Substance Users in Cape Town, South Africa

Comorbid psychopathology in substance users is thought to be associated with poor substance use treatment outcomes. This study followed up with 95 substance users after inpatient treatment for substance use. Males and patients who were single were more likely to complete treatment. Females were more likely than males to relapse or not complete treatment. No statistically significant associations were found between comorbid psychopathology,...