title: [Drug dependence--diagnostic and therapeutic aspects].
abstract: In Switzerland, dependence on these drugs reflects primarily the relationship between patient and doctor, due to the strict regulations. Drugs involved are in most cases benzodiazepines and other sedatives, less frequently stimulants including weight-control products and drugs containing opioids. Patients' characteristics and motivations include 1.) attempt for specific psychotropic effects, 2.) habituation developed during long-term treatment, 3.) overconsumption of drugs without seeking specific psychotropic effects. Clinical syndromes and therapeutic and preventive strategies are described.
authors.affiliation: Psychiatrische Universitätsklinik, Basel.
authors.forename: U
authors.initials: U
authors.lastname: von Bardeleben
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Ladewig
mesh_terms: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D001569:Benzodiazepines; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011619:Psychotropic Drugs / Q000009:adverse effects; D013375:Substance Withdrawal Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000534:rehabilitation; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000534:rehabilitation
chemical_list: D014151:Anti-Anxiety Agents; D011619:Psychotropic Drugs; D001569:Benzodiazepines