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(F17) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco
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31 252 in individuals diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco confirmed
11 358 deaths with diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco
36% mortality rate associated with the disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco
Diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco is diagnosed Men are 17.76% more likely than Women
18 401
Men receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco
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
3 481 (27.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco - 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
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco - what does this mean
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco are caused by the direct and indirect effects of the nicotine in tobacco, which can lead to changes in brain chemistry and structure. these changes can result in increased impulsivity, anxiety, depression, and other mental and behavioural disorders.
What happens during the disease - mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco are caused by the direct neurotoxic effects of nicotine and other chemicals found in tobacco. nicotine acts on the brain to release dopamine, which triggers the reward system and can lead to addiction. long-term use of tobacco can lead to changes in the brain's structure and function, resulting in mental and behavioural disorders such as anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Psychological assessment
- Cognitive tests
- Imaging tests such as MRI or CT scans
- Neuropsychological tests
- Family history
- Tobacco use history
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the effects of tobacco use on mental and behavioural health.
- Provide counseling and psychotherapy to help the patient control their tobacco cravings.
- Educate the patient about the risks of tobacco use and its effects on mental and behavioural health.
- Provide support and encouragement to help the patient quit tobacco use.
- Provide medication to help the patient manage withdrawal symptoms.
- Provide support groups to help the patient cope with the stress of quitting.
- Encourage the patient to participate in activities that promote healthy lifestyle changes.
- Monitor the patient's progress and provide follow-up care as needed.
37 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco - Prevention
The best way to prevent mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco is to avoid using it altogether. quitting smoking is the most effective way to reduce the risk of developing these disorders. other preventive measures include avoiding second-hand smoke, avoiding exposure to tobacco advertising, and providing support to help people quit.