Understanding alcohol use and changes in drinking habits among people with a severe mental illness: a qualitative framework analysis study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Individuals with a severe mental illness (SMI) are more likely to drink at harmful levels or abstain. While it is known that drinking patterns change over time, the reasons for this among those with a SMI are unclear. This study aimed to (i) explore the experiences with alcohol, particularly in relation to mental health symptoms, and (ii) how drinking patterns have changed over time, among individuals who have a SMI diagnosis, who either currently drink alcohol or no longer drink.

Methods

One-to-one semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted to address the study aims. Current drinkers' alcohol use was assessed using the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test. A framework analysis was used to address the study aims with a specific focus on the differen

SUBMITTER: Puddephatt JA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10752932 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature