Substance use & misuse
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Substance use & misuse · Jan 2019
Gender Differences in Prescription Opioid Misuse Among U.S. Black Adults.
Prescription opioid misuse (POM) is a significant problem among U.S. adults, including Blacks, as indicated by past research. Despite potential gender differences in POM among Black adults, previous research has yet to examine this possibility. ⋯ Clear gender differences exist in the prevalence and correlates of POM among Black adults. Prevention and intervention strategies must be cognizant of these differences when developing programs to decrease POM.