Systematic review and meta-analysis on the association between theory of mind and alcohol problems in non-clinical samples.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Deficits in theory of mind (ToM) found in individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) are often thought to result from prolonged heavy alcohol use. However, links between deficits in ToM and greater alcohol problems are often also present in non-clinical samples (e.g., adolescents and young adults) who may not have a similar long-lasting history of alcohol consumption as individuals with AUD. The current study is the first to systematically review and meta-analyze results from studies examining associations between lower ToM and greater alcohol problems in non-clinical samples. Evidence of reliable associations in these non-clinical samples would support the idea that deficits in ToM might also precede the emergence of AUD.

Methods

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SUBMITTER: Kumar L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9722547 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature