Tag: #SubstanceUseDisorder
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Drug Abuse and Mental Illness Insights from Erigavo Mental Hospital, Somalia
Introduction Mental illness and substance abuse are interlinked global health crises, often compounding each other’s impacts. A recent study conducted at Erigavo Mental Hospital in Somalia uncovers the profound relationship between drug abuse, particularly khat and alcohol, and mental health disorders in the local population. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for more groundbreaking research on addiction and mental…
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Cognitive Behavioral TherapyA Proven Non Pharmacological Treatment for Drug Addiction
Introduction With an alarming 284 million individuals engaging in substance abuse globally, drug addiction has emerged as a critical public health crisis. Among the various treatment strategies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has established itself as a scientifically supported, non-pharmacological intervention that helps individuals restructure thought patterns and adopt healthier behaviors. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for more groundbreaking…
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Forensic Case Study How Methylphenidate Improved ADHD and Substance Use Disorder in an Adult
Introduction A groundbreaking forensic treatment-monitoring study has shed light on the complex interplay between attention-deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD) and substance use disorder (SUD) in adults. The study follows the challenging journey of a woman with a history of trauma, substance abuse, and criminal behavior, who achieved remarkable improvements through tailored psychiatric treatment and methylphenidate…
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Revolutionizing Forensic Drug Detection A New GC-MS Method for Identifying Modified Illicit Drug Mixtures
The growing misuse of psychoactive drug combinations in street markets has prompted an urgent call for innovation in forensic science. A recent study from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL), India, delivers just thatan efficient and rapid method using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to detect complex drug mixtures. Specifically, the team developed a qualitative analysis…
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