Self-medication with alcohol or drugs for mood and anxiety disorders: A narrative review of the epidemiological literature.

Sarah TurnerNatalie MotaJames BoltonJitender Sareen

Published in: Depression and anxiety (2018)

Providing and promoting alternate coping strategies for those with MD/AD may reduce SM, the development of SUD, and the comorbidity of MD/AD with SUD. The concurrent treatment of MD/AD and substance use is the current "gold standard" model of care, and the results of this review support its use.

Keyphrases

molecular dynamics
healthcare
systematic review
depressive symptoms
bipolar disorder
palliative care
quality improvement
social support
sleep quality
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pain management
emergency department
alcohol consumption
combination therapy
replacement therapy