Substance Use

Question 1

Clusters of Criteria

Answer 1

Impaired control:
-larger amounts and longer time than intended
-failed attempts to stop
-great deal of time- obtaining, using, recovering
-craving
Social impairments
-failure to fulfil role obligations
-continue use despite social problems
-give up on social relationships
Risky Use: in dangerous situations/despite knowledge of danger
Physiological dependence- tolerance and withdrawal

Question 2

What percentage have a co-morbid disorder?

Answer 2

60%