Register data in the evaluation and program planning of addiction treatment programs: Using Sweden as an example

Björn Blom, Kimberly A. Dukes, Lena Lundgren and Lisa M. Sullivan

Evaluation and Program Planning, 2015, vol. 49, issue C, 185-191

Abstract: Data from large-scale registers is often underutilized when evaluating addiction treatment programs. Since many programs collect register data regarding clients and interventions, there is a potential to make greater use of such records for program evaluation. The purpose of this article is to discuss the value of using large-scale registers in the evaluation and program planning of addiction treatment systems and programs. Sweden is used as an example of a country where register data is both available and is starting to be used in national evaluation and program planning efforts.

Keywords: Register data; Large-scale registers; Program evaluation; Strategic planning; Addiction treatment programs (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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DOI: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2014.12.017

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