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September 16, 2025European PsychiatryOpen Access

Age-Related Cognitive Decline in Substance Use Disorder: Impact of Prolonged Substance Consumption

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Older adults with substance use disorder exhibit better social functioning but greater physical decline than younger users.
The study found significant differences in impulsivity and anxiety levels, with older users showing lower impulsivity and anxiety compared to younger ones.
Assessment utilized various questionnaires to evaluate quality of life, impulsivity, ADHD, anxiety, and autistic traits among 297 patients.
These findings highlight the need for age-specific treatment strategies to address both cognitive decline and physical health issues in substance use disorder.

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Observational analysis reveals age influences cognitive and physical health in substance use disorder patients, suggesting tailored treatments.

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Observational analysis reveals age influences cognitive and physical health in substance use disorder patients, suggesting tailored treatments.