Prevalence of Mental Health Disorders among Individuals Enrolled in an Emergency Response Program for Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder.
Christine Bakos-BlockJames R. Langabeer IIAndrea YatscoMarylou Cardenas-TuranzasTiffany Champagne-LangabeerPublished in: Substance abuse : research and treatment (2020)
Co-occurring psychiatric disorders, and specifically mood and anxiety disorders, appear to be prevalent in vulnerable populations at an increased rate. Mental health assessments should routinely be performed in the emergency setting and in early stages of treatment.