Exploring the Relationship Between Emotion Regulation and Addiction Severity Among Adolescent Patients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD): Insights from a Rehabilitation Center Study

The objective of this study was to explore the relationship between emotion regulation and addiction severity among adolescent patients with substance use disorder (SUD). involved 100 participants from various drug rehabilitation centers. sample size included clients, aged 10 18 years (M=16.16 & SD=0.36) who have completed detoxification process. Emotion measured using Regulation Scale (ERS_T), which comprises Reappraisal Suppression subscales. Drug assessed 20-Question Addiction Questionnaire (AQ_T). Pearson correlation analysis conducted examine associations severity. found a weak positive overall (ERS_T) (AQ_T) SUD (r = 0.145, p < 0.01), suggesting slight increase in better regulation. There strong reappraisal 0.752, indicating higher levels were associated abilities. Additionally, moderate observed suppression 0.227, 0.05), linked scores. Positive severity, cognitive reinterpretation (reappraisal) playing significant role. Emphasizes need for comprehensive interventions addressing reduce vulnerable population.