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- Alcohol, cocaine, and cannabis use are linked to aggressive behaviors and traffic accidents, but road rage in those with substance dependence disorders hasn't been thoroughly studied.
- A study involving 100 substance-dependent patients revealed that 63% experienced road rage in the previous year, with 18% identified as serious perpetrators.
- The findings suggest a need for greater focus on road rage issues, especially in patients starting treatment for cocaine or heroin addictions.
Article Abstract
The consumption of alcohol, cocaine and cannabis is associated with aggressive behaviour, being a victim of injuries from various causes, and suffering traffic accidents. On the other hand, there is a significant association between road rage and traffic accidents, yet this has not been studied in persons suffering a substance dependence disorder. This study analyses the prevalence of road rage in substance dependent patients undergoing treatment. 100 patients randomly selected at an outpatient treatment centre were included in the study. 63% of the patients had experienced road rage in the year prior to the interview, and 18% were serious perpetrators. There was a higher frequency among drivers and those who were starting treatment for cocaine and cocaine+heroin. The study shows that road rage is very frequent among patients with disorders due to substance dependence who are undergoing treatment, in particular the most severe form ("serious perpetrators"). Special attention should be addressed to the issue of driving and road rage during the treatment of these patients.
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