Pink Cloud Syndrome Among Ruled Drug Users in Iligan City Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center (ICDTRC)

Substance abuse is a global challenge with an inimical effect on an individual’s health. It has been associated with crime, violence, risky behaviour, and poor health consequences. The term “Pink Cloud” is used to describe a state in which a person undergoing treatment manifests euphoria, overconfidence, and a false sense of well-being, therefore making them vulnerable to relapse. This study determined the demographic profile, and risk status for relapse, and motivation, readiness for and retention in treatment of ruled drug users in ICDTRC and their corresponding relationships with one another. The researchers utilized a descriptive-correlational design and two modified questionnaires were employed to 22 respondents. The data obtained were analyzed through Pearson Correlational Formula. It was found that 13 or 59% of the respondents are not at risk for relapse. There is a direct relationship between their risk status for relapse and gender, educational attainment, marital status, employment status, and length of stay in rehab. Furthermore, majority of the respondents have medium to high motivation, readiness for and retention in treatment, which has an inverse relationship with their age, marital status, employment status, and length of stay in rehab. The researchers conclude that men have a higher rate of drug abuse than women and being single, unemployed, having a high education level and low income may increase one’s risk for drug use. Additionally, single, unemployed, and younger respondents who stayed for less than 90 days in rehab tended to have better motivation to retain treatment. Thus, it is imperative for symptoms of relapse to be continually assessed throughout the treatment program to promote a lasting recovery. Increasing awareness on Pink Cloud Syndrome and its symptoms through health teaching and use of a targeted treatment approach for each individual are also recommended to improve treatment outcome.