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American Psychiatric Association (APA), Diagnostic and Statistical (DSM) Manual - Stimulant Use Disorder

WORD with Dr. Michael David Clay by Dr. Michael David Clay
S1 · E14
Jul 14, 2020
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Episode notes

Recent study indicates cocaine (stimulant) as the second most addictive and addicted substance in the United States behind heroin (opioid).

The American Psychiatric Association, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual also includes in the category of Stimulant Use Disorder both amphetamine, and methamphetamine.

Diagnostic criterion, as well American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) treatment recommendations, remains consistent within all Substance Use Disorders.

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Michael David Clay, D. Min., M.A.

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Keywords

substance abuse treatment
american society addiction medicine
addict
stimulant use disorder
cocaine
methamphetamine
american psychiatric association diagnostic and statistical manual