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Learning Objectives
Define substance use disorder and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) criteria used to diagnose substance use disorder
Define key terms and differentiate the terms substance dependence, substance abuse, and addiction
Recognize risk and protective factors for substance use disorder.
Identify some of the commonly abused drugs in the United States today as well as their withdrawal symptoms and treatment.
Identify principles of effective assessment and drug addiction treatment.