Explanatory models of comorbidity Flashcards
1
Q
Self-medication hypothesis
A
The co-morbid disorder exists first, causing the individual to start using, leading to addiction
2
Q
Susceptibility hypothesis/High-risk hypothesis
A
The side effects of SUD are the cause of co-morbid disorders (Like ptsd, substance increases risk taking)
3
Q
3rd factor hypothesis
A
No chicken or egg, there’s a core feature in the personality that makes them vulnerable for either one
4
Q
Bidirectional hypothesis
A
All three factors way in. Can go either side
