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Cocaine Dependence and Concurrent Marijuana Use: A Comparison of Clinical Characteristics.
- Source :
- American Journal of Drug & Alcohol Abuse; 2009, Vol. 35 Issue 3, p193-198, 6p, 3 Charts
- Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- Background/Objectives: Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit substance, yet among the least studied in medication development research. Cocaine-dependent individuals frequently also use marijuana; however, little is known about the effect of this combined use on treatment presentation. Methods: Marijuana use was assessed in 1183 individuals seeking outpatient treatment for cocaine dependence. Based on past 30 days of use, the sample was divided into three groups: (1) patients reporting no recent marijuana use (n = 634); (2) occasional use (n = 403); (3) and frequent concurrent marijuana use (n = 146). Differences on baseline measures of substance use, addiction severity (ASI), psychopathology, and sociodemographic characteristics were examined as a function of level of marijuana use. Results: Frequent marijuana users were more likely to be female, Caucasian, and younger than other groups. Cocaine-dependent patients with frequent marijuana use also used more cocaine and alcohol, and reported more medical, legal, and psychiatric problems, including antisocial personality disorder. Conclusion and Scientific Significance: Cocaine-dependent patients with frequent marijuana use present for treatment with more severe impairment. Accounting for this heterogeneity among participants may improve treatment outcome. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00952990
- Volume :
- 35
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- American Journal of Drug & Alcohol Abuse
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 40078747
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00952990902933860