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ArticleSubstance abuse treatment, prevention, and policy2019

Multi-level predictors of psychological problems among methadone maintenance treatment patients in difference types of settings in Vietnam.

Tuan Anh Le, Mai Quynh Thi Le, Anh Duc Dang, Anh Kim Dang, Cuong Tat Nguyen, Hai Quang Pham, Giang Thu Vu, Chi Linh Hoang, Tung Thanh Tran, Quan-Hoang Vuong and 5 more

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Article in Substance abuse treatment, prevention, and policy, 2019. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 44 papers.

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15 authors at 9 institutions in 3 countries.

Tuan Anh LeNational Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam.
Mai Quynh Thi LeNational Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam.
Anh Duc DangNational Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam.
Anh Kim DangInstitute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Postal address: No. 73 Hoang Cau street, Hanoi, Da Nang, Vietnam.
Cuong Tat NguyenInstitute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Postal address: No. 73 Hoang Cau street, Hanoi, Da Nang, Vietnam. cuong.ighi@gmail.com.
Hai Quang PhamInstitute for Global Health Innovations, Duy Tan University, Postal address: No. 73 Hoang Cau street, Hanoi, Da Nang, Vietnam.
Giang Thu VuCenter of Excellence in Evidence-based Medicine, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh City, 700000, Vietnam.
Chi Linh HoangCenter of Excellence in Behavior Medicine, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh, 700000, Vietnam.
Tung Thanh TranCenter of Excellence in Evidence-based Medicine, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh City, 700000, Vietnam.
Quan-Hoang VuongCentre for Interdisciplinary Social Research, Phenikaa University, Yen Nghia, Ha Dong, Hanoi, 100803, Vietnam.
Tung Hoang TranInstitute of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Vietnam - Germany Hospital, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam.
Bach Xuan TranInstitute for Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Hanoi Medical University, Hanoi, 100000, Vietnam.
Carl A LatkinBloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, 21205, USA.
Cyrus S H HoDepartment of Psychological Medicine, National University Hospital, Singapore, 119074, Singapore.
Roger C M HoCenter of Excellence in Behavior Medicine, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh, 700000, Vietnam.
National Institute Of Hygiene And Epidemiology · VNTrường ĐH Nguyễn Tất Thành · VNDuy Tan University · VNHanoi Medical University · VNJohns Hopkins University · USNational University Hospital · SGNational University of Singapore · SGPhenikaa University · VNViet Duc Hospital · VN

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMethadone, a long-acting opioid agonist maintenance treatment (MMT) is used to treat opioid addiction by preventing opioid withdrawal and reducing cravings. However, it is important to note that mental conditions may persist, or even remain undetected while methadone maintenance treatment is ongoing. This study aimed to examine the level of psychological problems among MMT patients at public and private health facilities and identify associated factors.

methodFrom January to September 2018, a cross-sectional study was performed in Nam Dinh province, one of the largest epicenters providing HIV/AIDS surveillance and treatment services in the North of Vietnam. 395 male respondents currently receiving MMT agreed to participate in a face-to-face interview. Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) were used to assess psychological problems among patients.

resultsThe percentage of patients suffering from mild to extremely severe anxiety was the highest among psychological problems (18%). 2.8% of participants had mild depressive symptoms and the percentage of those having mild or moderate stress was approximately 4%. In addition, the longer treatment duration, the lower mental health scores regarding three types of psychological problems. Respondents who received MMT services in public health facilities were more likely to have a higher score of all psychological problems. Participants who lived with partners or spouse, having higher monthly family income had a lower likelihood of having severe depression and stress status. Freelancers or blue-collars/farmers had lower score of depression and anxiety compared to people being unemployed.

conclusionThis study suggests that among our sample, MMT patients receiving treatment in public health facilities might have higher rate of psychological problems, including depression, anxiety, and stress than that of those in the private health facility. These results highlight the necessity of taking psychological counseling adequately for MMT patients and psychological assessment should be prioritized in the early stage of treatment.

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AdultAnxietyComorbidityCross-Sectional StudiesDepressionHumansMaleMethadoneMiddle AgedOpiate Substitution TreatmentOpioid-Related DisordersPrivate FacilitiesPublic FacilitiesRisk FactorsStress, PsychologicalVietnamMethadoneAnxietyDepressionMethadonePsychologicalStressVietnam

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