Clinical Evolution of Patients with Schizophrenia Associated with Addictive Disorders

Clinical Evolution of Patients with Schizophrenia Associated with Addictive Disorders

Introduction: The prevalence of schizophrenia in the general population is about 0.3% -0.7% Pathological use of substances such as cocaine, alcohol, amphetamines and nicotine are common in schizophrenia with a lifetime prevalence of 80%. They tend to isolate themselves in an inner world, thus being...

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Main Authors: Salcudean Andreea, Ferencz Melinda, Sabau Daniela, Gherman Madalina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2020-12-01
Series:Acta Medica Marisiensis
Subjects:
schizophrenia
addiction
psychoactive substances
personality
alcoholism
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2478/amma-2020-0033
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Summary:Introduction: The prevalence of schizophrenia in the general population is about 0.3% -0.7% Pathological use of substances such as cocaine, alcohol, amphetamines and nicotine are common in schizophrenia with a lifetime prevalence of 80%. They tend to isolate themselves in an inner world, thus being prone to substance abuse. The most commonly used substances are: alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, amphetamines, hallucinogens and cannabis.
ISSN:2247-6113

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