Lifestyle interventions in the management of substance use disorder
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BACKGROUND: Substance use disorder (SUD) is a persistent problem within society and an issue of increasing community awareness and concern. SUD is often comorbid with significant mental health challenges, trauma and negative social determinants of health. SUDs contribute to increased burden of chronic disease and can lead to increased mortality and shorter life expectancy, not just through overdose but also through increased rates of mental and physical chronic disease. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this article is to explore the evidence regarding lifestyle interventions as either primary interventions or adjuncts to existing treatments for individuals with SUD. DISCUSSION: Lifestyle interventions can play a significant part in the management of people with SUD. These interventions play a part in SUD treatment and relapse prevention as well as improving physical and mental health and quality of life. These interventions ideally can be instituted and managed through community services and primary care.
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Australian Journal of General Practice
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Australian Journal of General Practice
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51
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2208-7958
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8
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Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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10.31128/AJGP-02-22-6331