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Health information addiction and older adults’ health product purchases: the mediating role of perceived illness severity and social support
Addictology 7 min.
The rapid penetration of the Internet into the daily lives of older adults in China has led to their increased exposure to online health information [1]. While beneficial, such exposure also carries risks such as health information addiction [2]. Characterized by excessive seeking and dependence on health-related...
Dermatological manifestations among inpatients with substance use disorders: a comparative study of individuals with alcohol and drug use
Addictology 6 min.
Substance use disorders (SUDs), encompassing both alcohol use disorder (AUD) and the misuse of other psychoactive drugs, represent a major public health concern worldwide [1]. Recent global trends indicate a steady increase in the prevalence of substance use, particularly among younger populations [2,...
Exploring a mutation-based signature to predict the benefits of immune checkpoint inhibitors in oncogene-addicted subsets of non-small cell lung cancer: a retrospective study
Addictology 6 min.
Advancements in immunotherapy have led to a paradigm shift in cancer treatment. By stimulating host T cells to eliminate cancer cells, immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy confers promising survival advantages to patients across multiple cancer types, including non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)...
Substance use disorders: A practical guide for new nurses.
Addictology 1 min.
Substance abuse disorders are mental health conditions where people use alcohol, drugs, or other substances in a way that harms their daily lives. As a nurse, your ability to help patients take their first steps toward recovery is paramount....
Nurses' Perspective of Challenges and Treatment When Caring for Patients With Substance Use Disorder and Their Families.
Addictology 1 min.
There is a high individual, family, community, and societal cost to substance use disorder (SUD). However, the real cost is the loss of lives. Nurses have an important role in combating the SUD epidemic. Nurses work in a variety of settings and have opportunities to interact with patients and families...
