Stimulant use disorder

Stimulant Use Disorder 

A pattern of amphetamine-type substance, cocaine, or other stimulant use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, as manifested by at least two of the following, occurring within a 12-month period:

1. The Stimulant is often taken in larger amounts or over a longer period than was intended.

2. There is a persistent desire or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control stimulant use.

3. A great deal of time is spent in activities necessary to obtain the stimulant, use the stimulant, or recover from its effects.

4. Craving, or a strong desire or urge to use the stimulant.

5. Recurrent stimulant use resulting in a failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, school, or home.

6. Continued stimulant use despite having persistent or recurrent  social or interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated by the effects of the stimulant.

7. Important social, occupational or recreational activities are given up or reduced because of stimulant use. 

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