American Society of Addiction Medicine
American Society of Addiction Medicine
Lead: Association between housing status and mental health and substance use severity among individuals with opioid use disorder and co-occurring depression and/or PTSD
Lead: Association between housing status and mental health and substance use severity among individuals with opioid use disorder and co-occurring depression and/or PTSD
Lead: Association between housing status and mental health and substance use severity among individuals with opioid use disorder and co-occurring depression and/or PTSD
Tuesday 19th August 2025
Discover how housing status affects mental health and substance use severity in opioid disorder patients with depression/PTSD.
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Episode Overview
- Housing instability increases PTSD and depression severity.
- Nitazine test strips have detection limitations.
- Rapid methadone initiation adapts to synthetic opioids.
- Poppers ingestion poses severe health risks.
- Oral microbiomes differ significantly between smokers and non-smokers.
"Being unhoused was significantly associated with higher PTSD symptom severity compared to those who were stably housed"
In this episode of 'This Week in Addiction Medicine', listeners are taken on a whirlwind tour through the latest findings and discussions in addiction medicine. Hosted by Zach Caruso, the episode kicks off with a compelling study from BMC Primary Care that investigates the link between housing status and mental health among individuals battling opioid use disorder, depression, and PTSD.
The findings are stark - those without stable housing face heightened challenges in managing their mental health and substance use severity. The episode doesn't stop there. It delves into a study on nitazine test strips, revealing their potential in harm reduction despite some detection limitations. The conversation then shifts to hospital-based methadone and buprenorphine initiation practices, showcasing how addiction consult services are adapting to the evolving opioid landscape.
Further on, listeners learn about the dangers of poppers, a drug with vasodilatory properties, and the concerning trend of ingestion over inhalation. The episode also explores the distinct oral microbiomes found in tobacco smokers versus non-smokers, offering insights into the impacts of chronic smoking on oral health. Wrapping up, there's a review of primary care's role in substance use disorder treatment, highlighting the need for improved screening tools and interventions.
With a mix of studies and expert opinions, this episode is packed with informative content for anyone interested in addiction medicine. Whether you're seeking insights into housing's impact on mental health or curious about new harm reduction methods, there's plenty to ponder. So why not dive in and see what resonates with you?