Prevalence and clinical correlates of substance use amongst acute psychiatric inpatients in Gauteng, South Africa
Background: Mental disorders and substance use disorders (SUD) commonly occur together, impacting healthcare outcomes. The diagnosis of substance use is often inadequate when comorbidity is present. It is vital to understand the prevalence of substance use amongst psychiatric patients to inform both...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2020-09-01
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Series: | South African Journal of Psychiatry |
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Online Access: | https://sajp.org.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/1526 |