Substance abuse related disorder

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Used for

multidrug abuse, multisubstance abuse, polydrug abuse, polysubstance abuse, substance abuse

Broader Terms

mental disorder, social problem

Narrower Terms

alcoholism /alcohol abuse, drug abuse, drug addiction, drug habituation, drug withdrawal, substance abuse related behavior, tobacco abuse

Related Terms

craving, drug control, self medication

Scope Note

general heading term for drug abuse and alcoholism, and covering all other unhealthful uses of substances associated with psychological or physical dependence.

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  • Screening techniques, in concert with a thorough medical history and evaluation, are important in detecting and correctly diagnosing a substance abuse-related disorder.
  • Meets the criteria for a substance abuse related disorder; 2.
  • Comprehensive mental health or substance abuse evaluation determines the nature and complexity of the youths mental disorder or substance abuse related disorder, and assists in developing treatment recommendations.
  • (14) "Substance abuse related disorders" means disorders related to the taking of a drug or toxin of abuse (including alcohol) and the side effects of medication.

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