Opioid-Induced Mood Disorder
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Opioid-induced mood disorder is a mental health condition that can occur when someone abuses opioids. It can cause long-term changes in mood, emotions, and behavior.
US Cases: 644,000
World Cases: difficult
Sex Ratio: M/W+
Age Onset: Age 15+
Brain Area: limbics.pfc&basal ganglia
Symptoms: low &helpless mood,irritable
Progression: greater risk of depression
Therapies: relapse-prevention therapy
Medications: buprenorphine&methadone
YouTube Video: What is the Cause of Substance Induced Mood Disorder
Support Groups:
iocdf.org; International OCD Foundation; A Meeting Directory is on their website. 617-973-5801