substance use disorders

harm reduction

minimize negative consequences of substance use without requiring abstinence

abstinence

complete sobriety from all substances

substance use disorders

chronic, compulsive use despite harm (e.g., cravings, tolerance, withdrawal)

diagnosis requires 2 or more of 11 criteria (e.g., hazardous use, social impairment)

substance induced disorders

temporary mental health symptoms (e.g., depression, psychosis) directly caused by substance use/intoxication/withdrawal

tolerance

needing increased amounts of a substance to achieve the same effect

withdrawal

physical/psychological symptoms when substance use is reduced/stopped

basic diagnostic criteria

loss of control, failed attempts to quit, time spent abstaining/using/recovering, cravings, neglected responsibilities, social/interpersonal problems,. reduced activities, hazardous use, continued use despite harm, tolerance, withdrawal