Malnutrition in Substance Use Disorders: A Critical Issue in Their Treatment and Recovery
Abstract Substance use disorders (SUDs) are widely prevalent in many countries, with the highest rates observed in nicotine and alcohol…
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Kazakhstani Drivers and Substance Abuse During COVID-19: A Study of Patterns and Disaster Readiness
Abstract Background/Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected public health and social behavior, contributing to increased psychoactive substance (PAS) use…
Expectancies of the Effects of Cannabis Use in Individuals with Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
Abstract Previous research has indicated that anticipating positive effects from cannabis use may be linked with increased frequency of cannabis…
Motivations for Cannabis Use in Individuals with Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
Abstract Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a debilitating psychiatric condition. Consequently, it is common for those affected to resort to…
Reduction in Substance-Related Composite Harm Scores Through Street Soccer
Abstract Introduction Street soccer makes the sport accessible to people affected by homelessness or precarious housing. There is overwhelming evidence…
Realist evaluation of a theory-based life skills programme aiming to prevent addictive behaviours in adolescents: the ERIEAS study protocol
Abstract Introduction: Adolescence is a sensitive life stage during which tobacco, alcohol and cannabis are used as ways to learn…
Substance use patterns and unprotected sex among street-involved youth in a Canadian setting: a prospective cohort study
Abstract Background: Rates of sexually transmitted infections (STI) and unplanned pregnancy are high among youth. While the intersection between drug…