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 Theme 4 - The digital Revolution in addiction support - (adult work in digital media environment)

In today's digital era, technology is transforming social work, including substance abuse support. Online interventions, mobile apps, virtual therapy, AI driven chatbots have become helpful for professionals to assist people struggling with addiction. This blog elaborates Finnish and International examples of digital addiction support.


Finnish innovation and addiction supports in digital

1.A-Clinic Foundation and E-Substance Abuse Services - The A-Clinic Foundation in Finland provides extensive digital support through its online services, including:

  • Päihdelinkki (Substance Link) - An online platform offering self-assessment tools, educational content, peer support forums, and professional guidance. https://www.paihdelinkki.fi
  • E-Therapy Programs - Online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) modules helping individuals manage alcohol and drug use.
  • Chat and helpline services - Confidential online chat services. Here trained professionals are giving support.

2.The Finnish Blue Ribbon (Sininen Nauha)

This organization focuses on harm reduction and peer support through social media campaigns. They use digital story telling to share recovery journey making it an engaging experience for users.https://www.sininauhaliitto.fi

Global digital approaches in addiction recovery

  • SMART Recovery online (USA and Global) - SMART recovery provides online meetings, chat rooms and interactive tools that use cognitive behavioral techniques to help people to develop self reliance and resilience.https://www.smartrecovery.org
  • Sober Grid (international) - A mobile app. It offers 24/7 peer support and immediate help, virtual coaching and a good social networking space for people in recovery.https://www.sobergrid.com
  • AI and Chatbot Technology (Woebot & Replika) - These AI driven chatbots use therapeutic conversations to cope with people with addiction.https://woebothealth.com.

Client work methods in digital environments

  • Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) - Many digital programs incorporate CBT techniques, helping users recognize and change harmful thoughts related to addiction.
  • Peer support networks and digital  communities - platforms like sober grid and päihdelinkki foster connection and motivation, providing 24/7 peer encouragement.
  • Mobile apps for self monitoring and motivation - apps like I AM  Sober help users track their progress, set goals, and receive motivational messages . https://iamsober.com.
  • Gamification in recovery - Some programs use reward-based systems to enhance engagement.

Theoretical perspectives and Research on digital addiction support

  • AI and Chatbot in Addiction therapy - Research from the journal of medical internet research ( 2023) suggests that AI - driven interventions like chatbots can provide immediate and personalized support.https://www.jmir.org/2023/5/e25774

conclusions 

The integration of digital media in addiction recovery offers new hope and accessibility to those struggling with substance abuse. By using online therapy, AI - driven support, and virtual peer networks can empower individuals globally.

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Comments

  1. Maneesha ThathsaraniMarch 16, 2025 at 2:29 PM

    Great post. You mentioned very important details about theoretical perspective and research on digital addiction support.

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