This episode includes a description of Alcohol Use Disorder with the criteria to determine mild, moderate and severe use levels from the DSM-V-TR diagnostic criteria. A behavioral or process addiction follows a similar course of neurochemical changes in the brain's reward system that closely resembles the Substance Use Disorders. The main neurochemical involved in compulsive and addictive behaviors is dopamine, which is experienced as enhanced pleasure. The episode is designed to educate families and individuals with the DSM-V-TR diagnostic criteria so they can make an informed decision as to the level of use and severity along with an ability to consider treatment and recovery options.
Resources: "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" Fifth Edition
American Psychiatric Association Publishing Copyright 2013.
"Recover To Live" Christopher Kennedy Lawford, BenBella Books Inc. Dallas Texas, Copyright 2013
Restoration Family is a recovery and healing educational podcast for individuals and families that have a loved one that struggles with mental health and/or substance use disorders combined. Restoration family teaches Biblical principles, recovery steps, counseling and marriage and family interventions. I am a Licensed Mental Health therapist, a Psy. D. in Counseling, a Master level addiction professional and a trained pastor and chaplain.
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