Trauma and ICD-11 PTSD in substance use disorder treatment: a Danish multi-site study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous research has indicated high levels of PTSD among people with substance use disorder (SUD). This study expands that work to a Danish SUD population, assessing the prevalence of ICD-11 PTSD diagnoses, sociodemographics, and trauma- and substance-related factors. We also compare differences between individuals in treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD) and drug use disorder (DUD).

Methods

The study used a multi-site approach, with data from five Danish SUD treatment settings. A total of 1347 adults were interviewed as part of an initial structured screening for SUD treatment. Participants were assessed using ICD-11 PTSD criteria.

Results

Approximately 25% of individuals in treatment met criteria for probable PTSD, with an additional 15% evidencing su

SUBMITTER: Karsberg S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12330125 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature