[Day hospitalisation in addictology]

Soins Psychiatr. 2019 Mar-Apr;40(321):41-44. doi: 10.1016/j.spsy.2019.01.007.
[Article in French]

Abstract

The day hospital in addictology is a recent hospital service for patients with substance use disorders. It lies somewhere between an inpatient withdrawal unit and outpatient consultations. The day hospital service provides care ranging from withdrawal preparation, abstinence support, the reduction of risks or harm and long-term support for patients.

Keywords: accompagnement; activité thérapeutique; addictive behaviour; addictologie; addictology; conduite addictive; day hospital; hôpital de jour; support; therapeutic activity.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Behavior, Addictive / therapy*
  • Day Care, Medical*
  • Humans
  • Substance-Related Disorders / therapy*