Substance Abuse
"Tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption have been shown to increase the risk of chronic diseases and death. Treatments often take time, different approaches, and many attempts. Patience and support are an important part of changing habits of hazardous substances."
IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (Tobacco/Alcohol/other drugs)
Have you used drugs other than those required for medical reasons?
Yes
No
Do you abuse more than one at a time?
Yes
No
Can you always stop using whenever you want?
Yes
No
Have you had "blackouts" or "flashbacks" as a result of substance use?
Yes
No
Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your consumption of these?
Yes
No
Does your spouse (or parents) ever complain about your use?
Yes
No
Have you neglected your family due to use?
Yes
No
Have you participated in illegal activities to obtain these substances?
Yes
No
Have you ever experienced withdrawal symptoms (felt sick) when you stopped using it?
Yes
No
Have you had medical problems as a result of substance use (for example, memory loss, hepatitis, seizures, bleeding, etc.)?
Yes
No
If you answered yes to 1 or 2 of the questions above, you should receive counseling.
If you answered yes from 3 to 5, you probably meet the DSM-5 criteria for a substance use disorder and should participate in (at a minimum) an intensive outpatient program.
If you answered yes to the questions 6 to 8 times, your drug problem is significant and requires intensive hospital treatment.
If you answered yes to the 9 or 10 questions above, your problem is classified as serious and requires immediate clinical intervention.