Addictive-like behaviours to ultraviolet light among frequent indoor tanners

作者：Harrington C R; Beswick T C; Leitenberger J; Minhajuddin A; Jacobe H T; Adinoff B^*

来源：Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, 2011, 36(1): 33-38.

DOI：10.1111/j.1365-2230.2010.03882.x

P>Background.
Frequent, purposeful exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light may induce a compulsive desire to tan despite the negative consequences being known, suggesting a behavioural complex similar to addictive disorders.
Aim.
To assess the presence of addictive-like behaviours in subjects using indoor tanning salons.
Methods.
Subjects (n = 100) were surveyed by two questionnaires: a modified CAGE questionnaire to assess behaviours consistent with problem tanning and a modified Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV) ('substance dependence' criteria) to assess behaviours consistent with a dependence-like disorder.
Results.
In total, 41% of subjects met criteria consistent with a 'tanning addictive disorder', and an additional 33% met criteria for problematic tanning behaviour based on the modified CAGE criteria or subthreshold criteria on the modified DSM-IV criteria. Female gender and early age of onset were associated with meeting tanning addiction criteria.
Conclusion.
A high percentage of subjects who tan frequently in indoor salons experience behaviours and consequences to their tanning consistent with other identified addictive disorders.

• 出版日期2011-1