Recognizing and helping narcotic addicts in general practice.
It is rare for many general practitioners to be consulted by a narcotic addict. It can be a disturbing experience. Those who practise in urban areas of low socioeconomic status where there is high youth unemployment are more likely to meet addicted young people, but the experiences are uneven, even in this context.
D001315:Australia; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D009294:Narcotics; D012803:Sick Role; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy
D009294:Narcotics