Prevalence of Substance Use Disorders in Sickle Cell Disease Compared to Other Chronic Conditions: a Population-Based Study of Black American Adults.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a heritable chronic health condition characterized by pain symptoms throughout the life course that are routinely treated with opioids.

Objective

This study examined differences in substance use disorders in Black American adults with SCD compared to those with other chronic conditions or with no chronic conditions.

Design

Data from a population-representative sample of Black Americans with SCD, other chronic conditions, and no chronic conditions were obtained from the National Survey of American Life (NSAL) database. Diagnosis of substance use disorder was determined by structured clinical interview. Hierarchical models controlling for covariates (demographics, socioeconomic status, self-rated health, and mood disorders) compar

SUBMITTER: Jonassaint CR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10110804 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature