Prevalence and correlates of substance use among psychiatric inpatients.

PURPOSE: This study aimed at examining correlates of substance use among patients diagnosed with psychiatric disorders in Jordan.

METHODS

This study used a nonexperimental descriptive survey design. Data were collected through using DUSI-R scale obtained through a self-designed questionnaire. A total of (203) subjects satisfied the inclusion criteria.

RESULTS

Most used substances prior to admission were caffeine (78.2%), cigarette (60.9%), and alcohol (22.2%), while the least were heroin (1.2%) and inhalants (0.08%). Patients diagnosed with schizophrenia had higher percentages among all other disorders (n = 16, 21.9%), although there was no statistical difference among patients related to their psychiatric disorders.

CONCLUSION

We recommend that mental health professionals be equipped with necessary skills to manage substance use among patients with psychiatric disorders.