Using data from the National Epidemiologic Study on Alcohol and Related Conditions, which included interviews with individuals over age 18 in 2001-2002 and 2004-2005, researchers examined the link between mood and anxiety disorders and non-medical prescription opioid use.
“With the current increased use of non-medical prescription drugs, especially among adolescents, the association with future psychopathology is of great concern,” said Carla Storr, ScD, author of the study and an adjunct professor with the Bloomberg School’s Department of Mental Health, in the release. “Using opioids, or even withdrawal from opioids, might precipitate anxiety disorders, suggesting that there is a subgroup of people who are vulnerable to future development of anxiety disorders.”
Related Articles on Opioids:
Opioid-Related Adverse Events Associated With $1k Increase in Hospital Costs
Dr. Michael Lowenstein: Increase in Opioid Use for Abdominal Pain Part of Larger Problem
Use of Opioids for Abdominal Pain More Than Doubled in Past Decade
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
