PSY-8152 v2

Ruppelt, F., Rohenkohl, A., Kraft, V., Schöttle, D., Schröter, R., Gaianigo, J., Werkle, N., Daubmann, A., Karow, A., & Lambert, M. (2020, August). Course, remission and recovery in patients with severe psychotic disorders with or without comorbid substance use disorders: Long-term outcome in evidence-based integrated care (ACCESS II study). Schizophrenia Research, 222, 437–443.
This is an important resource because of the focus on long-term outcomes. Pay attention to the key findings and the prevalence of cannabis with this population.

O’Connell, M. J., Flanagan, E. H., Delphin-Rittmon, M. E., & Davidson, L. (2020). Enhancing outcomes for persons with co-occurring disorders through skills training and peer recovery support. Journal of Mental Health, 29(1), 6–11.
This article is important as there is a specific focus on skills training with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Pay attention to the results section as there is very good information on the effects of the interventions.

Stoychev, K. R. (2019). Neuroimaging studies in patients With mental disorder and co-occurring substance use disorder: Summary of findings. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 10.
This article provides important information on neurological issues associated with individuals with Schizophrenia and SUD. The results are very informative, providing details on loss or impaired executive functioning with Schizophrenia and SUD patients.

Fortgang, R. G., Hoff, R. A., & Potenza, M. N. (2018). Problem and pathological gambling in schizophrenia: Exploring links with substance use and impulsivity. Journal of Gambling Studies, 34(3), 673–688.
This article is an important resource because there is attention to gambling disorder with those with schizophrenia. Pay close attention to the introduction as the discussion provides very important information on why this issue needs attention.

Starzer, M. S. K., Nordentoft, M., & Hjorthoj, C. (2018). Rates and predictors of conversion to schizophrenia or bipolar disorder following substance-induced psychosis. American Journal of Psychiatry, 175(4), 343–350.
This article provides important information about the role of substance use and the development of psychosis. The data on the occurrence of psychotic events following substance use is of particular value.