A mini-review on the contexts and conditions of substance abuse in nurses

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ID21740446
AuthorsSimin Sharafi (0000-0003-2288-695X, Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Birjand University of Medical Sciences), Mohammad Esmaeelzadeh (0000-0002-9643-3323, Student Research Committee, Birjand University of Medical Sciences), Mozhgan Moshtagh (0000-0002-4091-7185, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences), Sajjad Salehian (0009-0008-1607-7412, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, corresponding author)
Year2026
Pages1-16
Publication date2026-06-25
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Ethnicity in Substance Abuse (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1533-2640 • E-ISSN: 1533-2659
PublisherInforma UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/15332640.2026.2692449
PMID42348852
OpenAlexW7165899174
LanguageEN
References cited41

Substance abuse among nursing professionals critically threatens patient safety and well-being, yet remains underexplored. This mini-review of 14 original research articles (2000-2024) aims to identify contexts and conditions increasing substance abuse risks among nurses. Findings reveal several contributing factors, including accountability issues within regulatory boards, -insufficient reporting mechanisms, occupational stressors, misperceptions of control, and workplace environment influences. Coordinated efforts are essential, including educational programs, improved working conditions, strengthened regulations, and fostering a supportive help-seeking culture. Collaboration among healthcare, educational, and government organizations is vital for effectively tackling this challenge and ensuring safer healthcare environments

Occupational safety and health · Poison control · Substance abuse · Substance use · Suicide prevention · Diverse Scientific Research Studies · Healthcare professionals’ stress and burnout · Human Factors and Ergonomics · Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

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