Stress, Inteligência Emocional e Risco de Adesão ao Tratamento em Mulheres Toxicodependentes

Background: A lack of stress-coping strategies in women and low emotional intelligence can lead to lower stress tolerance, increasing the likelihood of treatment dropout and relapse into substance use. Objective: To analyze the effect of perceived stress and emotional intelligence on adherence to alcohol and drug dependence treatment in women. Methodology: A descriptive correlational study was conducted with a sample of 61 women from a rehabilitation center. Stress, emotional intelligence, and treatment adherence were measured. The Pearson Correlation Coefficient and a multiple linear regression model were used for the analysis. Results: A negative relationship exists between perceived stress, emotional intelligence (r = -0.460, p < 0.001), and treatment adherence (r = -0.370, p < 0.001). Furthermore, higher emotional intelligence was associated with greater treatment adherence (F (2, 58) = 8.83, R² = 20.7%, p < 0.001). Conclusion: High stress and poor emotional regulation increase the risk of substance use and treatment dropout in women with addiction.