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September 10, 2025Gender and Behaviour

Exploring nurses’ experiences of caring for mental health users diagnosed with substance abuse disorder in Gauteng, South Africa

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DMDikeledi MaphakeNMNkhensani Florence Mabunda

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Overview

Qualitative analysis explores challenges faced by nurses treating mental health users with substance use disorders, highlighting the need for better support.

Key Points

  • Nurses caring for mental health users with substance use disorders face significant challenges that impact their well-being.
  • In-depth interviews revealed themes related to the experiences and responsibilities of nursing staff working in addiction care.
  • The study employed thematic analysis to explore the complex interrelationship between mental health and substance use disorders.
  • Understanding nurses' challenges can inform training programs to support healthcare providers in managing substance use disorders.

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Maphake et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c192459b7b07f3a0616654https://doi.org/10.4314/gab.v23i2.6
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