Substance related addictive disorders are divided into two subcategories, substance use disorders and substance-induced disorder. Substance use is a disorder that “occurs when an individual is aware of the problems that the drug is causing them (in any degree) and continues to take it (Substance Abuse Disorder, 2016)” which is normally more treatable and less likely to cause long term damage. While substance- induced disorder is “ranging from something as mild as intoxication to as severe as substance induced psychosis and everything in between” (Substance Abuse Disorder, 2016). I believe this to be more harmful, because it can produce psychosis like effects. People who suffer from these disorders are generally addicted to substances, not
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Urges and cravings to use a substance.
How many symptoms an individual experience categorizes how severe the disorder stands. I believe that when you feel you do not have control over yourself when it comes to being near or around that substance, that is when you know you have a problem. The criterion for defining substance addictive disorders is broad. Many people could define themselves as addicts. In my opinion, the idea of addiction should be more defined for one to call themselves addicts. The strengths of the DSM-5 to pertaining substance abuse are that the symptoms were altered to be relatable to any person. It has been updated to fit all types of addictions, not only by the substance but also by the behavior that the individual exhibits. On the other hand, some weaknesses of this diagnostic criterion are that the DSM provides “ no definition of mental disorder adequately specifies its precise boundaries; therefore no operational definition exists that covers all situations” (Cockerham, 2014, p. 26). It is difficult to define someone who has one or two symptoms out of many and label them. The DSM-5 cannot provide accurate symptoms and feelings for everyone, because we all view addiction and abuse in different subjective ways. Therefore, this way of diagnosing substance abuse is neither accurate nor …show more content…
Some examples are failures of marriages, crime, deviance, financial hardships, and social isolation. Substance abuse does not only affect the individual but also their families and friends. According to the research done by the National Institute of Drug Abuse, if you are addicted to a drug it is very likely your child will adapt addictive qualities as well. (Drug Abuse, 2014) This states that it is genetic based. If one has this predisposition, it is best to stay away from drugs for that very reason. Someone who suffers from substance abuse issues will do anything to fix the cravings for their drug of
Urges and cravings to use a substance.
How many symptoms an individual experience categorizes how severe the disorder stands. I believe that when you feel you do not have control over yourself when it comes to being near or around that substance, that is when you know you have a problem. The criterion for defining substance addictive disorders is broad. Many people could define themselves as addicts. In my opinion, the idea of addiction should be more defined for one to call themselves addicts. The strengths of the DSM-5 to pertaining substance abuse are that the symptoms were altered to be relatable to any person. It has been updated to fit all types of addictions, not only by the substance but also by the behavior that the individual exhibits. On the other hand, some weaknesses of this diagnostic criterion are that the DSM provides “ no definition of mental disorder adequately specifies its precise boundaries; therefore no operational definition exists that covers all situations” (Cockerham, 2014, p. 26). It is difficult to define someone who has one or two symptoms out of many and label them. The DSM-5 cannot provide accurate symptoms and feelings for everyone, because we all view addiction and abuse in different subjective ways. Therefore, this way of diagnosing substance abuse is neither accurate nor …show more content…
Some examples are failures of marriages, crime, deviance, financial hardships, and social isolation. Substance abuse does not only affect the individual but also their families and friends. According to the research done by the National Institute of Drug Abuse, if you are addicted to a drug it is very likely your child will adapt addictive qualities as well. (Drug Abuse, 2014) This states that it is genetic based. If one has this predisposition, it is best to stay away from drugs for that very reason. Someone who suffers from substance abuse issues will do anything to fix the cravings for their drug of