| Autor: |
Dassori, Albana M., Neff, James A., Hoppe, Sue K. |
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Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences; Aug93, Vol. 15 Issue 3, p382-390, 9p |
| Abstrakt: |
The aim of the study was to evaluate ethnic and gender differences in the diagnostic profiles of patients first admitted to the alcohol/drug rehabilitation unit of a state hospital. The majority of the patients (66%) had more than one diagnosis. African- American patients were significantly more likely to have a single diagnosis, however, in terms of prima,y diagnosis, Mexican Americans were more likely to have an alcohol-related disorder while African-Americans were more likely to have a drug related disorder. Drug-related disorders also complicate the diagnostic profile of African-American patients who had a primary diagnosis of an alcohol-related disorder. Ethnic differences in type of drug abused were observed, African Americans were more likely to use stimulants/hallucinogens, and Mexican Americans were more likely to use depressants. A drug-related disorder was the most common diagnosis among females across all ethnic groups. Findings point to the need of developing gender/ethnic-sensitive treatment programs. Potential ethnic and gender biases in the diagnostic evaluation of substance abuse patients are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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