A 2010 study found that individuals who lived in sober living homes had significantly lower rates of relapse. Only about 10-15% relapsed within six months, compared to nearly 40-60% of those who left traditional treatment settings without additional support.

According to the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, individuals in sober living environments were more likely to maintain sobriety. 18 months after treatment, those in SLHs had sustained sobriety rates of about 42%, compared to 19% for those who returned to unsupervised environments.

A study by Polcin et al. (2010) showed that participants living in sober homes had significant improvements in employment. Many saw a 50% increase in monthly income over the course of a year compared to their situation prior to living in sober homes.

Research indicates that individuals in sober living houses are 75% less likely to be incarcerated for relapse-related offenses. This statistic is critical for reducing recidivism among those with substance use disorders.

Around 75% of SLH residents report that the structure, accountability, and peer support provided by sober living environments were pivotal in sustaining their recovery, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

A study published in Addictive Behaviors (2018) found that individuals living in sober homes experienced a 20-30% reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety within the first six months. This improvement in mental health is key in maintaining sobriety, as untreated mental health issues are often linked to relapse.