Dependence

Drug Dependence As defined by the DSM–IV–TR (2000) 4th ed., text rev, drug dependence is defined as a persistent use of alcohol or other drugs despite problems associated with the use of that substance. The following are criteria for the diagnosis of drug dependence. A person needs to exhibit any 3 of the following criteria: 1. Tolerance as defined by either of the following a. A need for markedly increased amounts of the substance to achieve intoxication or desired effect b. Markedly diminished

Opiate depen¬dence has the highest propensity for causing physical harm to the user, and societal harm through damage to family and social circles. Opiate dependence is not only associated with high mortality rates and poor health among dependent individuals, but also imposes excessively large economic and social costs upon the community including the costs of health care, social care, and crime. Considerable medical, legal, and interpersonal harm, including mortality, is associated with opiate use

Dependence in Fledgling Dependence is a very broad term that encompasses multiple different aspects of peoples’ lives. It can be defined in a wide range of subjects including, but not limited to, obsessions-compulsions, material reliance, and financial dependency. However, dependence is most commonly used in terms of interpersonal relationship and substance addiction. An intertwined combination of these two types of dependency is explored in Fledgling, a science fiction vampire novel written by

From the first essay, my knowledge about addiction/chemical dependence has expanded and grown in many levels and ways. One of the most important aspects of substance abuse that gave me a better understanding is dependence and its cause and effect. Although I knew people like experimenting with drugs for many reasons such as out of curiosity, have a good time, peer pressure, and other “compelling” factors. However, for so long I could not grasp why or how some people even among siblings become addicted

Although the DSM 5 does not identify the distinction between substance abuse and substance dependence, it is still important to understand the difference, as it would be helpful for diagnosis and treatment planning. According to Stanford (2008), substance abuse is when a person continuously uses a substance despite the frequent undesirable consequences related to that specific use. The undesirable consequences may include loss of a job, legal difficulties (DUIs), health issues or marital problems

Causes of Alcoholism Introduction Alcoholism or alcohol dependence is one of the most prevalent problems found among teens and adults alike. But, what exactly is alcoholism? Alcoholism is a chronic disorder marked by excessive and usually compulsive drinking of alcohol leading to [mental] and physical dependence or addiction (Merriam-Webster). However, it is still unclear to scientists as to what particularly forms this addiction. Yet, all research has led to three very distinct components

it was reported that Dionysus, said to be the son of Zeus, shared the secret of making wine to the Greeks. Butcher, Hooley & Mineka (2014) states “The World Health Organization no longer recommends the term alcoholism but prefers the term alcohol dependence syndrome.” Alcoholic and alcoholism are still terms consistently used in many publications and will be used in this paper. The abuse of alcohol baffles many and is the contribution to much dismay in society. Substance abuse is associated with

way, gets her through her busy day”, benzodiazepines were and extremely common medication in the 70s and 80s and many households had their bottle of Valium. The dependence on high dosages of benzodiazepines such as Xanax and Valium are a major clinical concern. According to Michael Liebrenz of the University of Bern, “This form of dependence is not confined to users who exceed a set amount of diazepam equivalents, but is typically found in patients who have a high-dose, long-term and/or otherwise problematic

Case Study Lindsey Smith, (32 years old) is divorced mother who is being treated for alcohol dependence and the abuse of prescription drugs. Lindsey is employed as a veterinary assistant at the VCA animal hospital in Apple Valley, Minnesota. She lives with her daughter, Emma (9 years old) in an apartment located near her job at the veterinary clinic in Apple Valley. Lindsey has managed to support herself and her daughter without financial support from Christine 's father. Lindsey was briefly married

Alcohol dependence syndrome threatens and affects the individual, family life and society in numerous, adverse ways. It is characterized by the physical desire to consume alcohol beyond the capacity of control and is considered a chronic disease. Alcoholism is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (2015), despite all the focus on illegal drugs of abuse such as cocaine, alcohol remains the number one drug problem in the