PSYC-339 Lecture Notes - Lecture 23: Etiology, Opponent Process, High High
25 Sep 2017
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Tolerance: as indicated by needing more amounts, or diminished effect with use. Withdrawal by one of: characteristic symptoms of withdrawal, or avoidance of withdrawal. Important social, occupational, or recreational activities are given up or reduced to use. Recurrent use of the substance in situations where it is physically dangerous. Continued use despite physical orpsychological problems (non abstinence despite. Persistent desire or repeated unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control use. Great deal of time spent in activities to obtain consume or recover from substance. Recurrent use and failure to fulfill role obligations. Continues despite persistent or recurrent interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated. Substance use disorder: then specify alcohol, cocaine, crack etc. Overall pattern: a pattern of use which causes significant impairment and distress as indicated by 2 over 12 months. Symptoms: -the substance is taken in large amounts or over longer time than intended by use knowing that the substance is a problem) by continued use to relieve/avoid symptoms.
