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Anomalous self-experience in substance-induced and primary psychotic disorders: a cross-sectional comparative study using the EASE interview
Addictology 6 min.
The notion that disturbances of the self lie at the core of schizophrenia has deep roots in the history of psychiatry. Early conceptualizations by Kraepelin and Bleuler emphasized a fragmentation of the psyche and a disruption in the unity of consciousness [7, 17]. Phenomenologists such as [6, 22]further...
The burden of anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders attributable to childhood maltreatment among adolescents in Africa: insights from the global burden of disease study 2021
Addictology 5 min.
Childhood maltreatment encompassing physical abuse, sexual abuse, or negligence has emerged as a critical public health concern with far-reaching consequences that often persist into adulthood [1]. Yearly, about 4–16% of children are physically abused, while one in ten children is psychologically...
Real-World Persistence in Adults with HIV and Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders After Restarting Antiretroviral Therapy in the United States
Addictology 6 min.
In 2022, the prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) among adolescents and adults in the United States was estimated to be 1.2 million individuals, with 31,800 new infections and 4145 new HIV-related deaths [1]. The availability of effective, safe, and tolerable antiretroviral therapy (ART)...
Understanding food addiction through the lens of psychological well-being, self-control, and eating behavior: a cross-sectional study
Addictology 8 min.
Food addiction is a complex phenomenon that affects individuals across all age groups and has significant implications for both individual and public health [1]. The widespread availability of highly palatable, energy-dense foods, particularly refined and ultra-processed products, has led to notable...
