Co-Occurring Opioid Use and Depressive Disorders: Patient Characteristics and Co-Occurring Health Conditions

Conclusions: While it is established that co-occurring depression is associated with increased risk of overdose and suicide, this study adds that other health conditions, including chronic pain and common medical conditions, are more prevalent among persons with co-occurring depressive disorders. Results highlight the need to consider these complex health needs when developing treatment plans and services.PMID:34581663 | DOI:10.1080/15504263.2021.1979349

Source: Journal of Dual Diagnosis - September 28, 2021 Category: Addiction Authors: Kayla N Tormohlen Ramin Mojtabai Anthony Seiwell Emma E McGinty Elizabeth A Stuart Karin E Tobin Vanessa Troiani Source Type: research