Substance Abuse Disorders

Question 1

Comorbidity

Answer 1

When a patient has 2 or more diseases/disorders at once

Question 2

11 DSM-V criteria for SUD

Answer 2

1. use is dangerous to self/others
2. use creates strain on relationships
3. neglect major responsibilities
4. withdrawal symptoms
5. built up a tolerance
6. using larger amounts
7. failures to control use/quit
8. too much time spent using
9. use leads to health problems
10. given up activities to use
11. cravings for substance

Question 3

What does it take in order to be diagnosed with an SUD (DSM-V)? And what levels are there?

Answer 3

Meet 2 of the 11 requirements within a 12 month window.
2-3 = mild
4-5 = moderate
6+ = severe

Question 4

How are SUD’s categorized in the DSM-V?

Answer 4

• impaired control
• social impairment
• risky use
• tolerance and withdrawal

Question 5

Pharmacology

Answer 5

The study of the effects of drugs on living systems

Question 6

Psychopharmacology

Answer 6

Study of the use of medications to treat mental disorders