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A storefront clinic on the bowery.

C I Cohen, F Briggs

    Journal of Studies on Alcohol
    |September 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A new demographic of young, White men with schizophrenia is emerging in Bowery, NYC. These individuals show minimal history of alcohol abuse, distinguishing them from previous patient populations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry and Public Health
    • Urban Health Disparities

    Background:

    • The Bowery neighborhood in New York City has historically been associated with a specific patient population.
    • Previous observations indicated a prevalence of alcoholism among residents seeking care at local clinics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the current patient demographic at a Bowery storefront clinic.
    • To identify any shifts or emerging patient categories within this urban population.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of patient records from a Bowery storefront clinic.
    • Categorization of patients based on demographics, diagnosis, and substance use history.

    Main Results:

    • Identification of a distinct new patient group: young, predominantly White men.

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  • This group is characterized by a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
  • Notably, these individuals exhibit little to no history of alcoholism.

    • Conclusions:

    • The patient profile at the Bowery clinic has evolved.
    • A new cohort of young, White men with schizophrenia, independent of alcohol abuse, now represents an emerging demographic.
    • This finding suggests a potential change in the underlying health and social issues affecting the Bowery population.