Vulnerability to alcohol and other drug disorders in rural women.
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Alcohol and other drug disorders (AOD) are a growing problem among women, with estimates as high as 11 million U.S. women affected. This article is a report of the results from 2 studies investigating risk factors for AOD disorders in rural women. Samples of the 2 studies were combined for a total of 267 women. Analyses focused on victimization as a vulnerability factor for AOD disorders in rural women. Comorbid Axis I mental disorders and nursing implications are discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Archives of psychiatric nursing
دوره 17 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003