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Table 5 Reported reasons for not entering treatment (n = 52)

From: Exploring indicators of natural recovery from alcohol and drug use problems: findings from the life in recovery survey in Flanders

 

n (%)

Treatment not necessary

33 (63)

 The problem is not severe enough

7 (13)

 Strong character

5 (10)

 Changing and enabling life circumstances

4 (8)

 Enough other recovery resources

3 (6)

 Other

3 (6)

Treatment barriers

17 (33)

 Stigma

9 (17)

 Available treatment does not fit me

4 (8)

 Bad experiences

3 (6)

 Practical concerns (costs, waiting lists, time investment)

3 (6)

 Lack of knowledge about available treatment opportunities

2 (4)

Motivation to self-change / prove to self

5 (10)