Addiction December 2022 PMID 35638375

Prevalence and self-rated health and depression of family members affected by addictive disorders: results of a nation-wide cross-sectional study.

Gallus Bischof, Anja Bischof, Richard Velleman, Jim Orford, Ronny Kuhnert, Jennifer Allen, Stefan Borgward, Hans-Jürgen Rumpf

Mentions

10
Peak: 8 in Jun 2022
across 3 sources since Jun 2022

Extended reach

456,976
potential audience

Total likes

6,815

Video views

445,187

Mentions per month

Jun 2022 – Aug 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter7 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Bluesky1 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions clearly reflect agreement on the importance of the research, with phrases like 'substantial group' and 'ill-health' emphasizing its societal impact. The tone and context underscore concerns about inadequate support systems and the potential for policy change, demonstrating a balanced level of interest and engagement that highlights both the significance and implications of the findings.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most posts highlight the significance of the study’s findings, emphasizing how family members are substantially affected and under-supported.

InterestModerate interest

Posts demonstrate moderate interest by mentioning specific statistics and the societal relevance of the research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussions show engagement through references to the implications for treatment systems and calls to action.

ImpactHigh impact

The posts suggest that the study could influence public health policies and awareness, considering it discusses significant health issues among a large population subgroup.

Abstract in brief

  • * Conducted through a national survey in Germany, nearly 10% of participants reported having a current relative with an addictive disorder, primarily related to alcohol, followed by cannabis and other drugs.
  • * Family members affected by these disorders showed significantly higher rates of depression and poor health compared to those without such family connections, indicating a need for better support and treatment strategies.

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
David McCartney
@DocDavidM · X

Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is characterised by ill-health and has not yet been adequately addressed by the addiction treatment system. https://t.co/Ub6RyF1A9C

Jun 7, 2022 · 14 likes · 6 shares · 3,725 followers View post →
Phoenix Futures
@PhoenixFutures1 · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 8, 2022 · 6 shares · 5,097 followers View post →
Bobby Smyth
@BobbySmyth4 · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 1,801 followers View post →
ARBD Awareness Scotland
@ArbdAwareness · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 587 followers View post →
Department of Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Lübeck
@Psychiatry_Lue · X

A recent study by @Psychiatry_Lue shows that 9.5% of participants reported being affected by a current #addictive #disorders of a relative, with a further 4.5% having been affected in the past but not within the last 12 months. https://t.co/U8BtZxkH2z

Jun 12, 2022 · 313 followers View post →
AdvDualDiagnosis
@AdvDualDiag · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 144 followers View post →

All mentions

Addiction journal
@addictionjournal.bsky.social · Bluesky

In Germany, family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/add.15960

Jun 21, 2022 View post →
Richard Soper
@DocRogie77 · X

https://t.co/vJG3DCJlvf

Jun 19, 2022 · 63 followers View post →
Department of Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Lübeck
@Psychiatry_Lue · X

A recent study by @Psychiatry_Lue shows that 9.5% of participants reported being affected by a current #addictive #disorders of a relative, with a further 4.5% having been affected in the past but not within the last 12 months. https://t.co/U8BtZxkH2z

Jun 12, 2022 · 313 followers View post →
Phoenix Futures
@PhoenixFutures1 · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 8, 2022 · 6 shares · 5,097 followers View post →
Bobby Smyth
@BobbySmyth4 · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 1,801 followers View post →
ARBD Awareness Scotland
@ArbdAwareness · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 587 followers View post →
AdvDualDiagnosis
@AdvDualDiag · X

RT @DocDavidM: Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is character…

Jun 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 144 followers View post →
David McCartney
@DocDavidM · X

Family members affected by addictive disorder are a substantial group within the general population. This group is characterised by ill-health and has not yet been adequately addressed by the addiction treatment system. https://t.co/Ub6RyF1A9C

Jun 7, 2022 · 14 likes · 6 shares · 3,725 followers View post →