Substance Use and Addiction Research in India
Author Information
Author(s): Murthy Pratima, Manjunatha N., Subodh B. N., Chand Prabhat Kumar, Benegal Vivek
Primary Institution: National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bangalore, India
Hypothesis
What are the patterns and prevalence of substance use and addiction in India?
Conclusion
Substance use patterns in India are changing, with increasing concerns about use among women and children, and a need for more comprehensive research and policy.
Supporting Evidence
- Substance use patterns are changing over time in India.
- Research shows increasing substance use among women and children.
- National surveys indicate significant regional variations in substance use prevalence.
Takeaway
People in India are using more drugs and alcohol, especially women and kids, and we need to study this more to help them.
Methodology
A systematic web-based review of articles from the Indian Journal of Psychiatry and other sources related to substance use.
Limitations
The review primarily focuses on publications in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry and may not cover all relevant studies.
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