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February 23, 2026Substance Use & Misuse

Refining a Novel Measure of Polysubstance Use: Applying the Cognitive Interview Method with People Who Use Drugs

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ABAmanda M. BuntingBGBrittany GriffinARAdam Rubens

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Overview

Qualitative research demonstrates improved assessments of substance use, indicating effective interviewing strategies.

Key Points

  • The aim is to enhance the measurement of polysubstance use through cognitive interviewing techniques.
  • Utilized qualitative cognitive interview method for data collection.
  • Focused on individuals actively using various substances.
  • Analyzed the effectiveness of interview strategies in gathering accurate substance use information.
  • Cognitive interview method improved accuracy of substance use assessments.
  • Participants provided more detailed accounts of their polysubstance use.
  • Enhanced data collection led to better understanding of patterns in substance use.

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Bunting et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699bee1c1c6c6bad5397fd66https://doi.org/10.1080/10826084.2026.2632181
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