Prevalence and Risk Factors of Addictive and Potentially Addictive Behaviors in Swiss Adults: A Population-Based Study - Scorecard - MDSpire

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Addictive and Potentially Addictive Behaviors in Swiss Adults: A Population-Based Study

  • By

  • Roxane Dumont

  • Mayssam Nehme

  • Stephanie Schrempft

  • Hélène Baysson

  • Anshu Uppal

  • Aminata Rosalie Bouhet

  • Shannon Mechoullam

  • Julien Lamour

  • Silvia Stringhini

  • Idris Guessous

  • April 14, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Frequency and Contributing Factors of Addictive and Possibly Addictive Behaviors Among Adults in Switzerland: A Community-Based Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionAddictive and potentially addictive behaviors
Key MechanismsInvolvement of neurobiological reward pathways
Target PopulationAdults aged 18 and older in Geneva, Switzerland
Care SettingPrimary care settings

Key Highlights

  • 37.4% of the population reported regular gambling activities
  • 5% classified as at-risk gamblers
  • Cannabis use prevalence increased from 3.1% to 3.9% over the past decade
  • Average daily screen time exceeds 6 hours
  • Socioeconomic factors significantly influence addictive behaviors

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Screen for addictive behaviors during routine consultations
  • Identify risk factors associated with addictive behaviors

Management

  • Provide brief interventions for individuals exhibiting addictive behaviors
  • Connect patients with appropriate support services

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Continuously monitor epidemiological data on addictive behaviors
  • Assess co-occurrence of multiple addictive behaviors

Risks

  • Increased stress levels and limited resources in disadvantaged communities
  • Higher exposure to addictive substances through targeted advertising

Patient & Prescribing Data

Adults in socioeconomically disadvantaged areas

Access to mental health support and healthy activities is crucial

Clinical Best Practices

  • Act as coordinators of care for patients with co-occurring addictive behaviors
  • Engage in early identification of addictive behaviors to mitigate health consequences

References

Original Source(s)

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Addictive and Potentially Addictive Behaviors in Swiss Adults: A Population-Based Study

  • by Roxane Dumont, Mayssam Nehme, Stephanie Schrempft, Hélène Baysson, Anshu Uppal, Aminata Rosalie Bouhet, Shannon Mechoullam, Julien Lamour, Silvia Stringhini, Idris Guessous

  • April 14, 2026

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