Alcohol Use Disorder (FYI criteria is the same for all drugs)

Question 1

DSM (there are a lot…. but like also its pretty easy compared to others so take a deep breath)

Answer 1

1. Must meet two of the following in the last 12 months (at least two):
   - taken in larger amounts over longer amount of time then intended
   - persistent desire or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control the use
   - lots of time is spent to obtain, use or recover
   - cravings
   - recurrent use resulting in failure to fulfill major role obligations at home, work or school
   - continued use despite issues socially or interpersonally that are caused or made worse by the drug
   - use in physically hazardous situations (multiple not just one or we’re all be alcoholics lets be real)
   - continued use despite issues medically or mentally that has been made worse or caused by alcohol
   - Tolerance (this will have its own card)
   - Withdrawal (well you’ll die in alcohol withdrawal, fyi but this will also have its own card)

Question 2

Tolerance

Answer 2

1. need for markedly increased amounts of alcohol to achieve intoxication or desired effect
2. A markedly diminished effect with continued use of the same amount of alcohol

Question 3

Withdrawal (REMEMBER death can occur with alcohol withdrawal I cannot make this more clear!)

Answer 3

1. Characteristic withdrawal syndrome for alcohol

2. alcohol (or closely related substance) is used to relieve or avoid withdrawal symptoms

Question 4

Mild vs moderate vs severe

Answer 4

Mild: 2-3 symptoms (would see me)
Moderate: 4-5 symptoms (IOP and upward)
Severe: 6 or more (inpatient)

Question 5

Prevalence

Answer 5

Common across cultures but highest in native american and native alaskans

Question 6

Risk

Answer 6

Genetics and environment; environment can include positive attitudes towards drinking and availability of it

Question 7

Gender differences

Answer 7

Higher in males then females but females face greater risk of higher blood alcohol contents and physical issues associated with alcohol such as liver disease.