Diagnosing mental disorders. DSM-5 and ICD-10. Addictive disorders

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Addictive disorders occur when an individual uses a substance or medication to the point where they experience clinically significant stress or functional impairment, leading to possible intoxication, abuse, addiction, and withdrawal. Those suffering from addictive disorders may have their cognition, perceptions, or physiology debilitated. They may continue to use substances, even with they experience negative effects. They may be so dependent, that ceasing or reducing substance use causes negative consequences.

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