Indonesian Journal of Social Work
Vol 10 No 1 (2026): Indonesia Journal of Social Work (In Press)

Post-Rehabilitation Opportunities and Challenges in Achieving Independence Among Former NAPZA Users at the Tanah Merah Rehabilitation Center, Samarinda

Aryanti Situmorang (Universitas Mulawarman)
Pipit Afrianti (Universitas Mulawarman)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Sep 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the factors influencing the rehabilitation process of drug abusers at the Tanah Merah Rehabilitation Center in Samarinda using a qualitative approach. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with 10 informants undergoing stable treatment/rehabilitation. Using SWOT analysis, the study found that the primary strength in rehabilitation is family support, while weaknesses include difficulty resisting peer pressure, concentration issues, memory problems, and difficulty controlling emotions. Opportunities for informants include entrepreneurship, returning to previous jobs, securing new employment, and continuing education. However, the greatest threat they face is the social environment, which may encourage a relapse into addictive behaviors. This study recommends a family- and community-based rehabilitation strategy, along with post-rehabilitation mentoring programs to enhance recovery sustainability.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijsw

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

The aim of this journal publication is to disseminate the conceptual thoughts or ideas and research results that have been achieved in the area of social work practice and policies of social work practice. IJSW, particularly focuses on the main problems in the social work practice areas as follows: ...