Cross-sectional study examines psychotic symptoms in inpatients with substance use disorder, suggesting tailored interventions are necessary.
Objective The primary aim of this study was to examine the prevalence and severity of psychiatric symptoms among inpatients diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD) receiving treatment in rehabilitation centers in Islamabad.Methods Utilizing a cross-sectional research design, data were collected from 400 individuals undergoing treatment at various rehabilitation centers. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. Information regarding age, gender, and substance use history was gathered using a structured demographic questionnaire. Psychotic symptoms were assessed using the Urdu-translated version of the Symptom Checklist-90 (SCL-90).Results The findings indicated that individuals with co-occurring psychosis and SUD, particularly those engaging in multiple illicit psychoactive substances or cocaine, exhibited significantly higher levels of psychotic symptoms compared to users of other substances.Conclusion These results suggest a strong association between the type of substance used and the severity of psychotic experiences, emphasizing the clinical importance of tailored interventions for individuals with substance-induced psychosis.
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Shah et al. (2026) studied this question.