There have been many studies conducted on drug rehabilitation focusing on the individual but only a few studies are related and include the role of the family and community. In the context of this study, the researchers have selected social factors as determinants of social recovery among drug addicts. This study aims to systematically review the role of family and community in the social recovery process of drug addicts. This systematic review will focus on the role of family, peers, and community. This study was guided by the Reporting Standards for Systematic Evidence Syntheses (ROSES) review protocol. There are three main processes in the systematic searching strategies process namely identification, screening, and eligibility. The search process involved two databases, namely Scopus and Web of Science, which resulted in 25 selected articles. Four main themes were identified which are family functioning, the role of partner/significant other, emotional support and social network. Social recovery should be seen as a process of facilitating recovery within individuals, families and communities which enables them to maintain their recovery and avoiding relapse after successfully recovering from drug addiction. Identifying these factors can strengthen the recovery process of individuals and encourage successful integration into the community.
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