Is schizophrenia addiction prone?

Journal/Book: Curr Opin Psychiatry. 1998; 11: 2-6 Boundary Row, London, England SE1 8NH. Rapid Science Publishers. 45-48.

Abstract: This paper reviews recent research approaches to substance use disorders in schizophrenia with respect to etiology, problems with assessment, domains of vulnerability, and effects on course of illness. Also reviewed is one domain focused upon infrequently in treatment research of schizophrenia: nicotine dependence.

Note: Article Rosenthal RN, Beth Israel Med Ctr, Dept Psychiat, 1ST Ave & 16TH St, New York,NY 10003 USA

Keyword(s): RECENT COCAINE USE; SUBSTANCE-ABUSE; DRUG-ABUSE; DISORDERS; SMOKING; ALCOHOL; ONSET

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