| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1070581 | Drug and Alcohol Dependence | 2009 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Results indicate that a higher salivary cortisol level in response to stress is associated with an inability to remain in substance abuse treatment. These findings are the first to document a biological marker of stress as a predictor of substance abuse treatment dropout, and support the development and implementation of treatments targeting this vulnerability.
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Authors
Stacey B. Daughters, Jessica M. Richards, Stephanie M. Gorka, Rajita Sinha,