Does nose spray addiction exist? A qualitative analysis of addiction components in rhinitis medicamentosa
This qualitative study identified key components of addiction in nasal spray overuse and suggested that RM might be conceptualised in the DSM-5 category of "Other (or Unknown) Substance-Related Disorders", considering the lack of psychoactive effects. Nevertheless, in view of the current findings, it also seems to be plausible to examine the phenomenon in the behavioural addiction framework. The study underscores the need for further research and intervention strategies to address the significant impact of RM on individuals' quality of life.
Authors
- Zsolt Demetrovics (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5604-7551)
- Veronika Ferencz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-5990-8843)
- Borbála Gabriella Koltai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4800-513X)
- József Rácz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3354-1738)
- Lili Lakatos (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4888-4621)
Institutions
- Semmelweis University (HU)
- Eötvös Loránd University (HU)
- Flinders University (AU)
- University of Gibraltar
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Behavioral Addictions
- Published
- 2025-02-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1556/2006.2024.00078
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.87
Funders
- Eötvös Loránd Tudományegyetem