Trends in Homelessness and Social Sustainability: Veterans vs. Non-Veterans in the US
Abstract Introduction: Social sustainability is deeply connected to the well-being of marginalized groups, and it is important to highlight how…
Substance use disorders (SUD)
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…
Substance Use and Drug Treatment Among Reproductive-Age Women With and Without HIV in the Southern United States
Abstract Background: Women with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV; WWH) and with substance use (SU) have poorer HIV-related outcomes. We characterized…
Pharmacogenomic and Pharmacomicrobiomic Aspects of Drugs of Abuse
Abstract Background/Objectives: This review examines the role of pharmacogenomics in individual responses to the pharmacotherapy of various drugs of abuse,…
Abuse of gabapentinoids in individuals with substance use disorders
Abstract The abuse of gabapentinoids has increased rapidly, and death cases have been reported with increasing rates. This study examines…
Psychoactive substance use among psychiatric in-patients presenting to the Emergency Centre of a district hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. A retrospective descriptive study
Abstract Background: Mental illness and substance use are major global challenges, with their impact on Emergency Centres becoming evident, especially…
Special needs of refugees with substance use disorders from conflict-affected countries: a comparison with German-born individuals
Abstract Background: Refugees seem to be at enhanced risk for substance use disorders. At the same time, they have less…
Efficacy of cannabidiol alone or in combination with Δ‐9‐tetrahydrocannabinol for the management of substance use disorders: An umbrella review of the evidence
Abstract Background and Aims: Substance use disorders (SUD) lead to a high burden of disease, yet treatment options are limited.…
The Relationship of Socioeconomic Factors and Substance Abuse Treatment Dropout
Abstract Background: Treatment dropout in substance use disorder (SUD) programs poses a significant challenge to achieving successful outcomes and leads…
Psychosis and suicide attempt following a single use of delta‐9‐tetrahydrocannabiphorol: A case report
Abstract Background: Delta‐9‐tetrahydrocannabiphorol (Δ9‐THCP) is a potent phytocannabinoid found naturally in the cannabis plant in small quantities. This cannabinoid is…