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(F17.1) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
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31 252 in individuals diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use confirmed
11 358 deaths with diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
36% mortality rate associated with the disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
Diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use is diagnosed Men are 17.76% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
7 877 (42.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
3 481 (27.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 45-49
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-69, 75-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 70-74, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-24, 70-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 25-69, 75-79
Disease Features mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use - what does this mean
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco, harmful use, occur when an individual consumes tobacco in excess or for a prolonged period of time. this can lead to changes in brain chemistry and structure, which can lead to changes in behaviour, mood, and cognition. these changes can manifest as anxiety, depression, or other mental and behavioural disorders.
What happens during the disease - mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use
The pathogenesis of mental and behavioural disorders due to the use of tobacco is complex, but is likely multifactorial. nicotine in tobacco acts on the central nervous system, resulting in increased dopamine release, which can lead to changes in mood, behaviour, and cognition. long-term use of tobacco can also lead to changes in neurotransmitter systems, resulting in further changes in mood and behaviour. additionally, the toxins present in tobacco smoke can cause oxidative stress and inflammation, which can lead to cognitive impairment and mood disturbances.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Lab tests
- Psychological evaluation
- Neuropsychological testing
- Cognitive assessment
- Brain imaging
- Genetic testing
- Drug screening
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the harmful use of tobacco and treat mental and behavioural disorders caused by its use.
- Provide education about the risks of tobacco use
- Provide counselling to help people quit smoking
- Provide support to help people cope with cravings
- Encourage healthy lifestyle habits
- Offer medication to help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms
- Provide psychotherapy to address underlying mental health issues
- Provide support groups to help people stay motivated
37 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : harmful use - Prevention
The best way to prevent mental and behavioural disorders due to the use of tobacco is to avoid it entirely. if you are already using tobacco, quitting is the best way to reduce the risk of developing these disorders. additionally, avoiding secondhand smoke and limiting the exposure to tobacco advertising and marketing can help prevent these disorders.