PSYCH257 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Anxiolytic, Hallucinogen, Caffeine

• School: University of Waterloo
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYCH257
• Professor: anapoleski

Document Summary

Substances of abuse are divided into 10 categories. Note that an individual can receive a diagnosis for one or more of these classes. Substance use disorder refers to: recurrent use of one of these specific substances that leads to adverse (preventing success or development) consequences. There are 4 general groupings of indicators: impairment of control over use. Impairment of control includes taking the substance in greater amounts or for longer than intended. Multiple unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop. Spending a great deal of time obtaining the substance or recovering from the effects. Social impairment refer to a failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, home, school. Continued use despite clear negative consequences on relationship. The reduction of other involvements to give priority to using the. The reduction of other involvements to give priority to using the substance.