Original research
by
et alDe Guzman, Keshia R.
Release Date
2022
Geography
Australia
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
We investigated the associations between nonmedical use of prescription opioids (NUPO), mental illnesses, and other substance use.
Findings/Key points
Bipolar disorder managed with medications was associated with a lower odds of NUPO. All other mental illnesses, including co-morbid mental illnesses, were not associated with NUPO after adjusting for potential confounders.
Design/methods
Data from the 2019 Global Drug Survey
Keywords
About PWUD
Illegal drugs
Diversion
Mental health
