Characterisation of presentations to a community-based specialist addiction neuropsychology service: Cognitive profiles, diagnoses and comorbidities.
James R GoodenCatherine A CoxVanessa PetersenAshlee CurtisVictoria ManningDan I LubmanPublished in: Drug and alcohol review (2020)
It is common for clients with substance use histories referred to an addiction neuropsychology service to present with complex histories including psychosocial difficulties, comorbid mental health and medical issues and cognitive impairment. As such, careful diagnostic formulations are required when multiple factors may contribute to cognitive deficits. This study highlights the importance of a state-wide specialist addiction neuropsychology service in supporting diagnostic clarification and informing relevant treatment approaches.