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These disorders are associated with reduced quality of life, comorbid mental health conditions, and increased risk of infectious diseases such as HIV. This paper describes the development and implementation of group therapy as an intervention for SUDs in a resource-constrained setting.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Program Description:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>An 8-week inpatient group therapy program was established at Sbrana Psychiatric Hospital in Botswana. The interdisciplinary team includes a social worker, psychologist, occupational therapist, psychiatric residents, and a psychiatrist. To date, 9 cohorts comprising 55 patients have fully participated. The average age was 35 years; most were males (61%), with alcohol being the most used substance, followed by crack cocaine. Of these, 21 have remained abstinent for at least 3\u2009months and reintegrated into society, 11 have relapsed, and 23 are lost to follow-up.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Program Insights:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Challenges encountered include client dropouts, poor reintegration into the community, limited follow-up systems, and financial constraints. 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