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What is the focus of the chapter?
What is the focus of the chapter?
- Describing substance use disorder criteria
- Defining psychoactive substances
- Explaining diagnostic schemes
- Presenting current thinking about addiction concepts (correct)
How are psychoactive substances defined?
How are psychoactive substances defined?
- Substances causing withdrawal
- Substances causing social problems
- Substances with potential for addiction (correct)
- Substances causing tolerance
What are the key terms included in the criteria for substance use disorder?
What are the key terms included in the criteria for substance use disorder?
- Misuse and dependence
- Tolerance and dependence (correct)
- Tolerance and withdrawal
- Dependence and withdrawal
What term is defined with regard to understanding substance misuse and substance use disorders?
What term is defined with regard to understanding substance misuse and substance use disorders?
What does adopting a biopsychosocial perspective imply in studying different theories?
What does adopting a biopsychosocial perspective imply in studying different theories?
What is the purpose of describing diagnostic schemes in the chapter?
What is the purpose of describing diagnostic schemes in the chapter?
Which of the following best describes substance use?
Which of the following best describes substance use?
What distinguishes substance misuse from substance use?
What distinguishes substance misuse from substance use?
What does a substance need to cause in order for it to be considered potentially problematic?
What does a substance need to cause in order for it to be considered potentially problematic?
What is an example that illustrates the difference between substance use and substance misuse?
What is an example that illustrates the difference between substance use and substance misuse?
What are the potential consequences of substance misuse?
What are the potential consequences of substance misuse?
What is required for an individual to be diagnosed with a substance use disorder?
What is required for an individual to be diagnosed with a substance use disorder?
What were the historical terms used before substance use disorder?
What were the historical terms used before substance use disorder?
What were the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorder in the American Psychiatric Association’s DSM-IV?
What were the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorder in the American Psychiatric Association’s DSM-IV?
In which classification system were the terms 'substance abuse' and 'substance dependence' used?
In which classification system were the terms 'substance abuse' and 'substance dependence' used?
What is the name of the international classification system used for substance use disorders?
What is the name of the international classification system used for substance use disorders?
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Study Notes
Focus of the Chapter
- The chapter focuses on understanding psychoactive substances and substance use disorders.
Definition of Psychoactive Substances
- Psychoactive substances are defined as substances that alter mental functioning, mood, or consciousness.
Criteria for Substance Use Disorder
- Key terms included in the criteria for substance use disorder include:
- Recurrent use resulting in significant impairment or distress.
- Failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, school, or home.
- Continued use despite having persistent or recurrent social or interpersonal problems.
- Using in hazardous situations or continuing to use despite physical or psychological problems.
Substance Misuse and Substance Use Disorders
- The term "addiction" is often used interchangeably with substance use disorder.
- Adopting a biopsychosocial perspective in studying substance use disorders implies considering biological, psychological, and environmental factors.
Diagnostic Schemes
- The purpose of describing diagnostic schemes is to provide a systematic approach to understanding and diagnosing substance use disorders.
Substance Use and Misuse
- Substance use refers to the use of a substance for its intended or recreational purpose.
- Substance misuse occurs when a substance is used in excess, in hazardous situations, or despite negative consequences.
- A substance needs to cause significant impairment or distress to be considered potentially problematic.
Examples and Consequences
- An example of substance use is drinking alcohol at a party, while substance misuse is drinking excessively despite having a hangover the next day.
- Potential consequences of substance misuse include health problems, financial issues, and strained relationships.
Diagnosis and Classification
- To be diagnosed with a substance use disorder, an individual must meet a set of criteria, such as those outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
- Historical terms used before substance use disorder include "substance abuse" and "substance dependence".
- The DSM-IV used the diagnostic criteria for substance abuse and substance dependence.
- The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is an international classification system used for substance use disorders.
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