Gender differences in the association between internalizing symptoms and craving in methamphetamine users

摘要

ObjectivesMethamphetamine (MA) users often have substantial psychiatric comorbidities, with nearly a third reporting lifetime mood disorders and over a quarter reporting lifetime anxiety disorders. Female MA users are more likely to endorse depression and anxiety symptoms compared to men. Craving has been related to mood/anxiety symptoms in MA users. To extend the literature on gender differences in MA use disorder, the present study examines the role of gender as a moderator of the relationship between mood/anxiety symptoms and MA craving.