Examining the Effectiveness of Training Problem-solving Skills on Happiness Degree in Addicts to Methamphetamine

Abstract

One of the most important complaints of addicts in withdrawal period is their malady and boredom. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of problem-solving skills on happiness of addicts to methamphetamine in Tehran city. Methodology: with use of a semi-experimental design and multistage cluster sampling method, 36 addicts were randomly to put in the experimental and control group. Both groups filled Oxford Happiness Questionnaire in the pre-test and 3-month fallow up. The participant of the experimental group learned problem-solving skills. Covariance and variance analysis with repeated measurement of Bonn-Ferny test were conducted to analyze the data. Findings: Eta square (0.28) confirmed increases in happiness level of addicts receiving problem-solving skills. Therefore, it can be concluded that the experimental intervention has made changes in the experimental group that 0.28 of them results from the experimental action, and with 0.99 assurance there is significant difference between the studied groups in the three measurement or intervention stages. Conclusion: training problem-solving skills is effective for increasing happiness level of addicts to methamphetamine.