Perception of Malaysian primary care practitioners towards patients with substance use disorders in Selangor and its associated factors: A cross-sectional study.

Key Points

• This study aims to explore the perceptions of Malaysian primary care practitioners regarding patients with substance use disorders.
• Conducted a cross-sectional survey among primary care practitioners in Selangor.
• Assessed perceptions towards patients with substance use disorders.
• Analyzed the association between perceptions and factors like experience in methadone maintenance therapy and clinical contact frequency.
• Primary care practitioners showed predominantly negative perceptions towards patients with substance use disorders.
• Negative perceptions were linked to less experience in methadone maintenance therapy and infrequent clinical contact with these patients.