Abstract
Objectives:
To evaluate possible relationships between drug abuse, symptoms suggestive of depression and gender in nursing team professionals.
Method:
A cross-sectional study conducted in a general hospital with 416 participants. Used questionnaire with sociodemographic information, ASSIST, AUDIT-C and PHQ-2 tests. Used Fisher's Exact Tests, Chi-Square Test, and Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis.
Results:
The female gender presented decreased odds ratios for alcohol consumption in the binge pattern and use of marijuana; and double odds ratios for feelings of lack of interest and pleasure. Symptoms suggestive of depression presented potential risks for the use of sedatives.
Conclusion:
Drug abuse and symptoms of depression are associated and manifest differently, according to gender among nursing staff professionals.
Implications for practice:
Social and gender roles influence the mental health conditions of these professionals.
Keywords:
Nursing; Related Disorders Substance Use; Depression; Occupational Health