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Substance Use Disorders and the Psychosis Spectrum: Assessment, Clinical Challenges and Management

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The intricate relationship between substance-induced psychotic disorders and primary disorders of the psychosis spectrum requires practitioners to meticulously evaluate patient history, substance use patterns, and clinical symptomatology. Also, the dual diagnosis of SUDs and psychotic disorders exacerbates treatment challenges, often leading to the need to coordinate differing treatment modalities and fragmented care. A nuanced understanding of the interplay between SUDs and the psychosis spectrum is crucial for effective assessment and comprehensive management strategies. In this review, the unique challenges presented by this complex clinical population are examined, and management strategies are explored.

Source: Journal of Clinical Medicine

DOI: 10.3390/jcm15041562

Authors: Thomas Paparrigopoulos, Eleftherios Mellos, Charidimos Tzagarakis

Institutions: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University of Crete

Language: English

Topic: Schizophrenia research and treatment

Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137