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Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly Volume 38, 2020 - Issue 2
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Jigsaw Recovery: The Spatio-temporalities of Alcohol Abuse and Recovery in a Non-interventionist, Peer-led Service

Zetta Georgia KougialiSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKCorrespondence[email protected]
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Kirstie SoarSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Alicja PytlikSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Jade BrownSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Katarzyna WozniakSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Freda NsumbaSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Tamar WilkinsSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Emma OlivaSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Sarah OsunsanyaSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Charelle ClarkeSchool of Psychology, University of East London, London, UKView further author information
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Stefano CasalottiSchool of Health, Sport and Bioscience, University of East London, Stratford, London, UKView further author information
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Barbara PendrySchool of Health, Sport and Bioscience, University of East London, Stratford, London, UKView further author information
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Pages 165-183 | Published online: 04 Nov 2019
 
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ABSTRACT

Research highlights that recovery from substance use is a process facilitated by relational factors, resources and therapeutic practices embedded in places conducive to recovery. However, the accessibility of such resources for those with complex needs, and the therapeutic potential of peer-led spaces needs contextualizing in both time and place. We examined the characteristics of a social space employing a noninterventionist peer-led approach for active alcohol users. Individuals prioritized the management of everyday life over recovery, especially abstinence. This space acted as a replacement “jigsaw”; interrupting the temporal, spatial and social aspects of active use. Flexible approaches allowing choice in recovery pathways appear significant for this population.

Acknowledgments

We thank all those who took part for their time and participation, Tim Sampey and colleagues for their help and facilitation, Laura McGrath for the helpful comments and feedback as well as Caroline, Paula, Mary-Janeand UEL’s School of Psychology Writing Programme for providing the space and time for this manuscript to be developed.

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No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors.

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Funding

The work was supported by internal UEL funding through the London Scholars Project scheme.

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