B7.077 The Face of Addiction

Question 1

definition of addiction

Answer 1

behavioral construct
behaviors driven by biology
-obsession with seeking/use
-use despite consequences
-abnormal motivation/drive states
-behavioral conditioning (cues/stimuli, internal and external states)

Question 2

discuss the conditioning of motivated behaviors in addiction

Answer 2

paired with external and internal stimuli which encourage continued use and promote relapse

Question 3

how is SUD diagnosed

Answer 3

DSM V
11 criteria
continuum based on severity
-mild (2-3)
-moderate (4-5)
-severe (6-7)

Question 4

11 criteria for SUD on DSM V

Answer 4

1. escalation of dose duration beyond intent
2. inability to cut down
3. increasing time spent obtaining substances
4. craving or strong desire to use substance
5. repeatedly unable to meet obligations
6. use in spite of interpersonal problems
7. missing normal engagements to use drugs
8. hazardous use
9. use in spite of physical or psychological problems
10. presence of physiological tolerance
11. presence of withdrawal or use to avoid withdrawal

Question 5

winning?

Answer 5

not so much