Substance Use Disorders
Substance Classes
Specific Features
Treatment and Diagnosis
Co-Occurring Disorders and Risks
100

This is the minimum number of criteria that must be met for a diagnosis of a mild substance use disorder.

What is two?

100

The active psychoactive compound in cannabis responsible for its euphoric effects.

What is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)?

100

Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop substance use is an example of this category of SUD criteria.

What is impaired control?

100

This type of evidence-based therapy is commonly used to treat substance use disorders and focuses on identifying triggers, managing cravings, and developing coping skills.

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

100

When a substance use disorder occurs alongside another mental health disorder, it is referred to as this.

What is a co-occurring disorder?

200

This criterion refers to the need for more of a substance to achieve the desired effect or experiencing diminished effects with the same amount.

What is tolerance?

200

A dangerous consequence of excessive alcohol consumption, this condition can lead to respiratory depression, unconsciousness, and even death.

What is alcohol poisoning?

200

Substance use causing failure to fulfill major life roles at work, school, or home falls under this diagnostic domain.

What is social impairment?

200

This full opioid agonist is used in medication-assisted treatment and is dispensed in federally regulated clinics.

What is methadone?

200

These childhood experiences, such as abuse and neglect, increase the risk of developing substance use disorders.

What are adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)?

300

A person with a substance use disorder may spend a significant amount of time trying to obtain, use, or recover from the substance. This is an example of which diagnostic criterion?

What is time spent in substance-related activities?

300

These two prescription opioids are among the most commonly misused pain relievers in the United States.

What are oxycodone and hydrocodone?

300

Using a substance despite knowing it worsens a physical or psychological problem is an example of this criterion.

What is risky use?

300

This widely known support group follows 12 guiding principles and encourages abstinence and peer support.

What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?

300

Research suggests that _____ contributes to about 40-60% of an individual’s risk for developing a substance use disorder.

What is genetics?

400

This syndrome occurs when a person abruptly stops using a substance after prolonged use, leading to physical and psychological symptoms.

What is withdrawal?

400

These two prescription stimulants are commonly used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

What are Adderall and Ritalin?

400

The strong urge or desire to use a substance, often triggered by environmental cues.

What is craving?

400

A person with both a substance use disorder and a psychiatric disorder needs this type of integrated treatment approach.

What is dual diagnosis treatment (or integrated treatment)?

400

High availability of substances, peer pressure, and lack of parental supervision are examples of this type of risk factor.

What are environmental factors?

500

The DSM-5-TR categorizes substance use disorder severity based on how many criteria are met. Meeting 6 or more criteria results in this classification.

What is severe?

500

Unlike THC, this non-psychoactive compound in cannabis has been studied for its potential anti-anxiety and anti-inflammatory effects.

What is cannabidiol (CBD)?

500

Withdrawal from this type of substance, such as cocaine or methamphetamine, often leads to fatigue, depression, and increased appetite.

What are stimulants?

500

This therapy approach, often used in adolescent substance use treatment, engages parents and caregivers in the recovery process.

What is family-based therapy (or family systems therapy)?

500

If a person with a substance use disorder has met no criteria (except craving) for 12 months or longer, they are considered in this phase of recovery.

What is sustained remission?

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