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Substance use disorder is defined as “a cluster of cognitive, behavioural, and psychological symptoms indicating that the individual continues using despite significant substance-related problems” (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). It is characterized by the recurrent use of alcohol and other drugs which causes significant clinical and functional impairment, exacerbated health conditions, decreased functioning and quality of life.
This module includes informative books, ebooks, journals, databases, videos, and more to assist you with learning and understanding more about the harms and available resources related to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioid and stimulant use disorders.
Withdrawal is when you feel awful and the only way to feel better is to use again. Learn what the signs and symptoms of substance use disorder are and treatment options.
Substance Use Disorders by 
Substance Abuse : prevalence, genetic and environmental risk factors and prevention by 
Substance Abuse: influences, treatment options and health effects by 
Encyclopedia of Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery by Do you have a title to recommend for our collection? Use the Suggest a Purchase form to suggest a book, video or journal.
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