Influence of Social Support on Self-Efficacy and Readiness to Change among Alcohol Users - Abstract
The purpose of the study is to understand the perceived social support, self-efficacy level, and readiness to change alcohol use behavior among alcohol users in rehabilitation centers versus those not in treatment. The study also aims to examine the relationship between social support and self-efficacy, and assess the relationship between social support and readiness to change. The data for the study was collected from 60 participants (30 participants in rehabilitation centers and 30 participants who are not receiving treatment). The data for the study was collected using the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Alcohol Abstinence Self-Efficacy Scale (AASES), and the Readiness to Change Questionnaire (RCQ). The data analysis was done by using jamovi software. The results indicated no significant correlation between social support and self-efficacy (p = 0.455), or social support and readiness to change (p = 0.815). However, alcohol users in rehabilitation exhibited significantly higher self-efficacy (p < .001), and readiness to change (p < .001), compared to those not in treatment. The findings suggest that structured rehabilitation programs enhance self-efficacy and readiness to change. This emphasizes the need to include self-efficacy-building techniques and motivational interventions in recovery programs