Publications by authors named "Marta Coronado"
Introduction: According to the literature, early initiation to cannabis use and a dependent pattern of use are important risk factors for the development of mental health disorders. However, there are few cohort studies which look at the development of mental health disorders associated with cannabis use among young people with cannabis use disorder (CUD). The aim of the study was to determine the cumulative incidence of mental health disorders and the risk of developing mental health disorders among minors who commenced treatment for CUD in Catalonia during 2015-2019.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA Multicenter Study on the Impact of Gender, Age, and Dual Diagnosis on Substance Consumption and Mental Health Status in Outpatients Treated for Substance Use Disorders During COVID-19 Lockdown.
J Dual Diagn
May 2022
Article Synopsis
- The COVID-19 lockdown significantly affected the mental health of individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), revealing important differences based on gender, age, and previous dual diagnoses.
- During the lockdown, men tended to increase their alcohol and cocaine use, while women reported higher levels of anxiety and depression.
- Younger patients faced greater challenges, such as breaking lockdown rules and deteriorating family relationships, whereas older patients were more likely to maintain abstinence from substances.
- The study emphasizes the need to consider these demographic factors when planning mental health protection measures during similar crises.
Introduction: COVID-19 has had a great impact on mental health in the general population. However, few studies have focused on patients with substance use disorders (SUDs). This research aimed to compare the clinical status and substance use patterns of SUD outpatients, before and during confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- - The study assessed the prevalence of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-(OH)D) deficiency among 33,601 patients, finding an overall deficiency rate of 48%, with males being more affected than females (53% vs. 46%).
- - It was discovered that 25-(OH)D deficiency was significantly influenced by age, with the highest rates in the oldest group (74-87 years) and more common in spring compared to other seasons.
- - Additionally, a weak association was found between 25-(OH)D levels and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, with increased PTH linked to low 25-(OH)D, as well as factors like female sex