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Abstract
Substance abuse emerges as a significant social issue that negatively affects social functioning, disrupts social harmony and causes negative social interactions. It has been determined that individuals with low self-esteem have a tendency toward substance use to satisfy their need for self-esteem and to control their emotions and behavior. Aim: This study aimed to explore the relation between the levels of social functioning and self-esteem among substance abusers at Port-Said Psychiatric Health Hospital. Subjects and Method: A descriptive correlational research design was utilized in this study. The study subjects were comprised a sample of 133 substance abusers (males and females) attended the outpatient unit through hotline for substance abuse at Port Said Psychiatric Health Hospital. Two tools were utilized to collect data in this study; which were Social Functioning Scale, and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, in addition to personal and clinical data structured sheet. Results: The study revealed that, almost three quarters of the studied substance abusers had low level of social functioning. About two thirds of the studied substance abusers had low level of self-esteem. Conclusion: There was a statistically significant positive correlation between overall social functioning and total self-esteem among the studied substance abusers. Recommendations: The study recommended that psychosocial intervention should be addressed to substance abusers to improve particular areas of social functioning, such as communication, interpersonal relationships and employment. Moreover, rehabilitation programs for substance abusers including counseling services in order to improve their social functioning and enhance their self-esteem are crucial.