Clinical Differences Between Inpatients With and Without Alexithymia in Substance Use Disorder Treatment

These findings suggest that alexithymia may negatively impact emotional regulation during SUD treatment and potentially affect long-term recovery. The results highlight the need for increased interventions that enhance emotional processing in individuals with alexithymia. Limitations include the small sample size and reliance on self-report measures, which may affect generalizability. Overall, this research enhances understanding of alexithymia's contribution to SUD treatment and supports the necessity for tailored therapeutic approaches, warranting further investigation into long-term effects and specific interventions for alexithymic traits.