Psychoactive Substance Abuse Flashcards
1
Q
Psychoactive Substance Abuse encompasses what? (8)
A
Acute intoxication Harmful use Dependence syndrome Psychotic disorder Amnesic syndrome Residual & late onset Withdrawal state Withdrawal with delirium
2
Q
What are the symptoms of dependence syndrome? (6)
TWiRP CHER
A
Compulsion to take it Difficulties of control & cut down Withdrawal Tolerance Neglect of other interests - salience Persistence despite negative effects
3
Q
How do you define dependance syndrome?
A
3 or more dependance syndrome symptoms present together for last 12 months
4
Q
Psychotic disorder: often resolves fully within how many months?
A
6 months
5
Q
In amnesic syndrome what type of memory loss is usually intact?
A
Short-term
6
Q
What is the feature regarding memories that can occur?
A
Confabulation (distorted, fabricated, disturbed)
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