Psychology / Unit 12 Psych 1389 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Substance Use Disorder
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The idea
Substance use disorder is a pattern of use leading to impairment or distress, marked by loss of control, continued use despite harm, and craving.
In practice
A person continues using after job loss and repeated unsuccessful attempts to stop.
Where people slip
Tolerance and withdrawal alone do not establish the diagnosis. Loss of control and continued use despite harm are central.
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