Substance abuse as a dynamical disease: evidence and clinical implications of nonlinearity in a time series of daily alcohol consumption

Article Abstract:

This article examines the application of a nonlinear model to assess the severity of substance abuse. The authors argue the nonlinear model was superior to the linear model when analyzing the dynamics of alcoholism and daily drinking patterns.

Models, Usage, Alcoholism, Chaos theory, Chaotic systems

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Side effects of Dextromethorphan abuse, a case series

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The Dextromethorphan (DXM) abuse side effects are investigated. Results reveal that Neurological and psychological symptoms are the most common side effects in DXM abusers.

Complications and side effects, Medication abuse, Prescription drug abuse, Dextromethorphan

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Development of a comprehensive measure to assess clinical issues in dual diagnosis patients: the substance use event survey for severe mental illness

Article Abstract:

Methods for the dual diagnosis of substance abuse among the mentally ill is discussed.

Science & research, Health aspects, Research, Mentally disabled persons, Dual diagnosis

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