Which of the following mental health disorders commonly affects substance abusers?
A. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
B. Antisocial personality
C. Mania
D. None of the above
ANS: B
Comorbidity with other psychiatric conditions is high in substance abusers. Antisocial personality disorder is present in a high percentage (35% to 60%) of patients presenting for treatment of substance abuse and dependence. Other psychiatric disorders associated with substance-related disorders include mood disorders and anxiety disorders.
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