The relationship between hope, housing type, and housing characteristics among individuals with dual diagnoses

Abstract

Objectives: The current study examined whether individuals with dual diagnoses in different types of housing experience different levels of hope and whether hope is related to certain housing characteristics. Methods: A total of 87 participants (65 in residential programs and 22 in independent apartments) responded to questionnaires about hope and current housing arrangements. Results: Hope did not vary by housing type or housing characteristics. Conclusions: Clients in group housing may have as much hope as clients in apartments. Replication and future study is needed to better understand the relationship between housing and hope.