week 3: substance abuse/addiction

what are the two broad categories of substance-relative and addictive disorders?

- substance use disorders

- substance induced disorders

what is substance use disorders?

use of drugs

what is substance induced disorders?

intoxication, withdrawal, substance induced mental disorders

what 11 symptoms in the 4 areas must the DSM-5 include for substance abuse disorders?

1. impaired control

2. social impairment

3. risky use

4. pharmacological criteria

what drug is the most used in substance use disorder?

marijuana

what disorders are comorbid with substance use disorder?

schizophrenia or bipolar disorder

what is withdrawal?

state of physical dependence of drugs

what are opioids?

used to treat severe pain

what is cocaine?

a stimulant

what are the intended effects of opioids?

euphoria, sedation, feeling of tranquility

what are the intended effects of cocaine?

increased state of arousal and concentration

what are the intended effects of hallucinogens?

produces distortions in thinking and perception

what are the intended effects of inhalants?

quick acting euphoria, intoxication like alcohol effect, slurred speech, dizziness

what are behavioral addictions?

- internet addictions

- gambling addictions

- shopping addictions

- sexual addictions

- addictive behaviors with food

what is wernicke's disease?

chronic alcohol used combined with poor nutrition and prolonged vomitting

what is korkasaff's syndrome?

consistent learning and memory impairment

what is peripheral neuropathy?

toxicity of alcohol and nutritional deficiencies

what are musculoskeletal system conditions?

destroying muscle fibers, leading to weakness, pain, tenderness, swelling