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2024 Jan 08


Eur J Pain


38189159

Psychological profiles and prescription opioid misuse, craving, and withdrawal in people with chronic pain.

Authors

Esteve R, Barrado-Moreno V, Ramírez-Maestre C, Serrano-Ibáñez ER, de la Vega R, Ruiz-Párraga GT, Sainero-Tirado G, Fernández Baena M, Jensen M, López-Martínez AE

Abstract

The negative consequences of prescription opioid misuse and opioid use disorder make it relevant to identify factors associated with this problem in individuals with chronic pain. This cross-sectional study aimed at identifying subgroups of people with chronic pain based on their psychological profiles, prescription opioid misuse, craving, and withdrawal.