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Examining possible gender differences among cocaine-dependent outpatients.

Conrad J Wong1, Gary J Badger, Stacey C Sigmon

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Vermont, Burlington 05401, USA.

Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology
|September 18, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This study found that while women cocaine-dependent outpatients had different sociodemographics and drug use patterns than men, both groups showed similar treatment outcomes. This highlights the need for tailored interventions for cocaine abuse treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cocaine dependence affects diverse populations.
  • Understanding gender-specific differences in cocaine abuse is crucial for effective treatment.
  • Previous research has not fully elucidated these differences in outpatient settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine sociodemographic and drug use variations between male and female cocaine-dependent outpatients.
  • To compare treatment outcomes for men and women undergoing cocaine abuse treatment.
  • To identify potential gender-based disparities in cocaine dependence.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 137 male and 51 female cocaine-dependent outpatients was analyzed.
  • Data collected included sociodemographics, drug use history, and treatment outcomes.

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  • Cocaine and other drug use were assessed via self-report and urine toxicology at intake.

    • Main Results:

    • Women were more likely to be unemployed, receive public assistance, and live with children.
    • Women reported less frequent cocaine use, lower weekly expenditure on cocaine, and less prior treatment.
    • Despite differences, men and women demonstrated comparable improvements in treatment and follow-up.

    Conclusions:

    • Gender-based differences exist in the sociodemographic profiles and drug use patterns of cocaine-dependent outpatients.
    • These differences do not appear to impact overall treatment effectiveness.
    • Further research may inform gender-specific therapeutic strategies for cocaine addiction.