Differential prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) by gender and substance used in individuals with cannabis, cocaine, opioid, and tobacco use disorders.

ABSTRACT: Background: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) show a graded association with the development of substance use disorders (SUDs) and engagement in risky substance use behaviors. Women are overrepresented among individuals with more severe childhood adversity (≥4 types of ACEs) and may be at particular risk for aberrant substance use.Objectives: To assess the prevalence of ACEs among men and women with cannabis, opioid, cocaine, and tobacco use disorders.Methods: Non-treatment-seeking individuals participating in clinical addiction research at a single site completed the ACE questionnaire and provided a detailed substance use history. Data were analyzed using proportional odds models and logistic regression.Results: Most participants (424/565; 75%) reported at l

SUBMITTER: Martin EL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10321124 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature