Perspectives on addiction‐related problems in India.
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| Title: | Perspectives on addiction‐related problems in India. |
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| Authors: | Balhara, Yatan Pal Singh, Sarkar, Siddharth, Ghosh, Abhishek, Mahadevan, Jayant |
| Source: | Addiction. Apr2025, Vol. 120 Issue 4, p783-796. 14p. |
| Subjects: | Substance abuse prevention, Advertising laws, Substance abuse, Drug control, Compulsive behavior, Mental health, Health policy, Sex distribution, Electronic cigarettes, Controlled substances, Alcohol-induced disorders, Heroin, Medical research, Public health, Alcoholism, Tobacco products, Cannabis (Genus), Alcohol drinking, Opium, Drug laws, Psychiatric drugs, Government regulation |
| Geographic Terms: | India |
| Abstract: | Aims: To offer insights into various salient substance use and addictive behaviours related aspects as applicable to India. Methods: We synthesised the published literature on addictive disorders from India. While not a systematic review of all available literature, the synthesis captures relevant themes including salient epidemiological findings, issues related to the prevention and management services targeted at addictive disorders, key observations in the context of the state of addiction science in the country, the policy status and its implications for the country. Results: In general, the prevalence of substance use in India seems to be lower compared with global averages. For opioids, the prevalence rate is higher than the global average. Addiction prevention and treatment options for persons with addictive disorders in India can be best described as 'diverse': there is a wide range of services available, which vary across settings. Some models, services and products aimed at prevention and treatment of addictive disorders have been developed in the country. The policy, regulatory framework and programs targeted at addictions are not entirely in sync with the science. India has a substantial body of addiction science research. Conclusions: The addiction landscape in India is complex and evolving. There is a heterogeneity not only across the different themes related to addiction, but also within the themes across different parts of the country. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Aims: To offer insights into various salient substance use and addictive behaviours related aspects as applicable to India. Methods: We synthesised the published literature on addictive disorders from India. While not a systematic review of all available literature, the synthesis captures relevant themes including salient epidemiological findings, issues related to the prevention and management services targeted at addictive disorders, key observations in the context of the state of addiction science in the country, the policy status and its implications for the country. Results: In general, the prevalence of substance use in India seems to be lower compared with global averages. For opioids, the prevalence rate is higher than the global average. Addiction prevention and treatment options for persons with addictive disorders in India can be best described as 'diverse': there is a wide range of services available, which vary across settings. Some models, services and products aimed at prevention and treatment of addictive disorders have been developed in the country. The policy, regulatory framework and programs targeted at addictions are not entirely in sync with the science. India has a substantial body of addiction science research. Conclusions: The addiction landscape in India is complex and evolving. There is a heterogeneity not only across the different themes related to addiction, but also within the themes across different parts of the country. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 09652140 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/add.16711 |
