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However, there is a gap between aftercare policy directives and services in South Africa, limiting access for people with substance use disorders (SUDs).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      This study employed a qualitative method with an exploratory research design to explore the subjective experiences and perceptions of people with SUDs using semi\u2010structured individual in\u2010depth interviews (\n                      <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u20098). Data were analysed thematically using Braun and Clarke\u2032s six\u2010phase analytic process.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Findings<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Four themes emerged from the study including the organisation of aftercare services, the role of aftercare services in recovery, enablers and barriers to engagement with aftercare services.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>People with SUDs regard aftercare services as valuable in strengthening relapse prevention and reintegration to families, work and communities, despite barriers to participation. 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