Article
Psychology, Clinical
Chrystyna D. Kouros, Lauren M. Papp
Summary: This study aimed to examine the associations between trajectories of prescription drug misuse (PDM) problems and college students' mental health and subjective happiness. The findings indicated that PDM problems were related to depressive symptoms, disinhibition, callousness/aggression, and lower levels of subjective happiness. However, these associations were no longer statistically significant when controlling for alcohol and other drug problems.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Fabrizio Mezza, Selene Mezzalira, Rosa Pizzo, Nelson Mauro Maldonato, Vincenzo Bochicchio, Cristiano Scandurra
Summary: This study systematically reviewed the relationships between gender minority stress and mental health outcomes among European transgender and gender diverse individuals. The results confirmed a significant association between gender minority stress factors and mental health problems in this population. Discrimination based on gender was identified as the most commonly documented risk factor, while factors such as resilience-promoting factors and social support were found to buffer the impact of stressors on mental health.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY REVIEW
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Clinical
Jonathan A. Schulz, Sean D. Regnier, Tyler G. Erath, Lindsey C. Mullis, Austin Nugent, Gary S. Atwood, Andrea C. Villanti
Summary: People with disabilities have a higher prevalence of smoking, but there is limited knowledge about cessation interventions tailored for them. This study conducted a systematic review and found two promising interventions using mindfulness-based procedures in adults with mild intellectual disability. However, the interventions did not address the unique needs of people with disabilities.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Luxi Zhang, Song Harris Ao, Jizhou Francis Ye, Xinshu Zhao
Summary: This study finds that social media health communication has both direct and indirect effects on public attitudes and behaviors towards e-cigarettes, with the pathways of influence being influenced by increased information on social media and public health events. Stricter regulation of e-cigarette advertisements on social media and anti-e-cigarette education are called for to curb e-cigarette use.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Harvey L. Nicholson Jr, Oluwatobi A. Alawode, Jason A. Ford
Summary: This study examined the prevalence and determinants of prescription opioid misuse among Black American adults, compared to non-Hispanic White American adults. The findings showed that the prevalence rate was similar between the two races and there were no significant racial differences in prescription opioid misuse. Religiosity and rurality were negatively associated with misuse only among Black respondents. Depressive episodes, other drug use, age, and risk-taking behaviors were associated with prescription opioid misuse among both Black and White respondents.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Ryuhei So, Naoki Emura, Kozue Okazaki, Sakiko Takeda, Takashi Sunami, Kohei Kitagawa, Yoshitake Takebayashi, Toshi A. Furukawa
Summary: This study compared the effects of therapist-guided internet interventions with unguided ones on gambling behavior, cognition, and stage of change. The results showed that there were no significant differences between the guided and unguided groups in terms of improvement in gambling symptoms, behavior, and stage of change.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Robert Graham, Kanika Bharthi, Jeanne Williams, Vandad Sharifi, Pardis Pedram, Mina Fahim, Andrew Bulloch, Scott B. Patten
Summary: There were no significant changes in smoking and vaping patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada. Smoking decreased among females, while vaping increased in the 20-24 age group.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Michael Hsu, Olivia S. Jung, Li Ting Kwan, Oluwole Jegede, Bianca Martin, Aniket Malhotra, Joji Suzuki
Summary: This study explores the barriers to accessing medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) among individuals experiencing homelessness. The findings indicate that the COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated the disparities in MOUD access based on race and socioeconomic status. Factors such as reduced services, lost or stolen medications, transportation challenges, and fear of adverse effects contribute to the treatment gap. Additionally, stigma and discrimination based on race, gender, and socioeconomic status are reported by participants.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE & ADDICTION TREATMENT
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Magdalena Knopp, Juliane Burghardt, Claudia Oppenauer, Bernhard Meyer, Steffen Moritz, Manuel Sprung
Summary: This study indicates that there are improvements in overall and cognitive Theory of Mind as well as symptoms of depression, anxiety, somatization, and social functioning following long-term treatment. Furthermore, cognitive Theory of Mind is related to improvements in comorbid symptoms. This finding suggests that Theory of Mind may be an important treatment target in patients with alcohol use disorder.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE & ADDICTION TREATMENT
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Maria E. Bellringer, Stephane Janicot, Takayoshi Ikeda
Summary: This study utilized longitudinal data from the New Zealand National Gambling Study to examine associations between changes in various factors and changes in gambling risk level over time. The findings suggest that transitioning into risky gambling from non-problematic gambling is associated with the development or continuation of negative health and lifestyle factors. Screening for gambling behaviors is important when assisting individuals with substance use, health issues, or social situations.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Liat Orenstein, Angela Chetrit, Ofra Kalter-Leibovici
Summary: Despite the availability of subsidized smoking cessation services in Israel, social disparities in smoking cessation rates persist. Efforts should focus on reaching subpopulations with low cessation rates and using tailored strategies for successful smoking cessation. Prioritizing smoke-free homes and workplaces is also important.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Michael Giles, Lucy Reynales, Avinash Jayaraman, Omer Kaplan, Kshitij Verma, Katharina Wiest, Samuel Denney, Cora Hart, Steffani R. Bailey, Dongseok Choi, Kim A. Hoffman, Mark P. McGovern, Dennis McCarty
Summary: This study tested a web-application designed to facilitate access to take-home methadone. The app was found to be easy to use and rated positively by patients in terms of usability, acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility. However, clinician ratings were less positive.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE & ADDICTION TREATMENT
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Jiayu Li, Yuhong Zhou, Yang Liu, Zhixiang Yu, Xuemei Gao
Summary: This longitudinal study used a person-centered approach to differentiate fear of missing out (FoMO) among subgroups of individuals using latent profile analysis (LPA). The results showed significant differences between profiles in terms of social media engagement, social media self-control failure, and problematic social media use, and high trait-FoMO and high state-FoMO may be important risk factors for social media self-control failure and problematic social media use.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Hyoun S. Kim, Nassim Tabri, David C. Hodgins
Summary: This study examines the co-occurring patterns of problem gambling and addiction severity over a five-year period and predicts the factors influencing these patterns. The results suggest that in a non-clinical sample, problem gambling and other addictive behaviors are likely to decrease simultaneously over time, and mental health disorders significantly influence these co-occurring patterns.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Miriam T. H. Harris, Jordana Laks, Emily Hurstak, Jennifer P. Jain, Audrey M. Lambert, Ariel D. Maschke, Sarah M. Bagley, John Farley, Phillip O. Coffin, Vanessa M. Mcmahan, Cynthia Barrett, Alexander Y. Walley, Christine M. Gunn
Summary: This study explores the relationship between identifying as a woman and drug use and treatment experiences. The study found that gender intersects with drug use and sex work practices, exacerbating experiences of marginalization. Women reported experiencing gender-based violence in substance use service settings, perpetuating cycles of trauma and reinforcing barriers to care.
JOURNAL OF SUBSTANCE USE & ADDICTION TREATMENT
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Cora von Hammerstein, Joel Billieux
Summary: Chemsex refers to the intentional use of substances in sexualized settings among men who have sex with men. It is a growing public health issue with estimated prevalence rates of 3% to 29% in this population. Chemsex poses risks such as HIV and STI exposure, addiction, cardiovascular problems, and mental health issues. However, there is a research gap in this area, and existing theoretical concepts and therapeutic strategies for addictions and risky sexual behaviors may not be applicable to chemsex due to its unique characteristics and impact on stigmatized minorities.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Katherine J. Hoggatt, Neetu Chawla, Elizabeth M. Yano
Summary: The diagnosis rates of AUD among male VA patients have increased overall and for most age groups, while the rate of unhealthy alcohol use has decreased except for older patients. The prevalence of AUD among male US veterans has been decreasing annually, particularly for those aged 18-34.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Cara A. Struble, Jacob T. Borodovsky, Mohammad I. Habib, Ofir Livne, Claire A. Walsh, Efrat Aharonovich, Deborah S. Hasin, Alan J. Budney
Summary: LGBT+ adults demonstrate greater cannabis-related problems compared to non-LGBT+ counterparts. LGBT+ identity is associated with higher probability of using larger amounts of cannabis and using despite physical/mental health problems.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Megan E. Patrick, Sarah J. Peterson, Yvonne M. Terry-McElrath, Shanna Elaine B. Rogan, Marvin A. Solberg
Summary: This study examines historical trends in coping reasons for marijuana use among adolescents and explores sociodemographic variations in recent years. The results indicate a consistent increase in coping reasons for adolescent marijuana use over time, with variations based on sociodemographic characteristics.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Clinical
Federica Angelini, Erika Pivetta, Claudia Marino, Natale Canale, Marcantonio M. Spada, Alessio Vieno
Summary: This study aimed to examine the impact of social norms and perceived friends' gaming frequency on adolescent individuals' own gaming frequency and problematic gaming (PG), by comparing low vs. high motive to use the Internet as a coping strategy. The findings revealed the relative importance of peer influences on adolescents' gaming behaviors and PG, indicating that adolescents who rely more on online gaming to cope with negative affect may be more vulnerable to social influence processes.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2024)
