Substance use and addictive disorders Flashcards
substance use disorder
pattern of maladaptive behaviors and reactions brought about by repeated use of a substance sometimes also including tolerance for the substance and withdrawal reactions
Korsakoff’s syndrome
an alcohol related disorder marked by extreme confusion, memory impairment, and other neurological symptoms
fetal alcohol syndrome
a cluster of problems in a child, including low birth weight, irregularities in the head and face, and intellectual deficits, caused by excessive alcohol intake by the mother during pregnancy
Aversion therapy
a treatment in which clients are repeatedly presented with unpleasant stimuli while performing undesirable behaviors such as taking a drug.
relapse-prevention training
A cognitive-behavioral approach to treating alcohol use disorder in which clients are taught to keep track of their drinking behavior, apply coping strategies in situations that typically trigger excessive drinking, and plan ahead for risky situations and reactions
alcoholics anonymous
a self-help organizations that provides support and guidance for persons with alcoholism
gambling disorder
a disorder marked by persistent and recurrent gambling behavior, leading to a range of life problems 4 or more symptoms are to be present in 12 month span
internet use gaming disorder
A disorder marked by persistent, recurrent, and excessive internet activity, particularly gaming.
cannabis use disorder
a problematic pattern of cannabis use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, as manifested by at least two of the following symptoms, occurring within a 12 month period
opioid use disorder
a pattern of opioid use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, as manifested by at least two of the following, occurring within a 12-month period
