Substance Use, Workplace Health, and Genomics Insights

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Substance Use Disorders: Understanding & Management

Key Definitions in Substance Use

  • Substance Use Disorder (SUD): Treatable, chronic diseases (mental disorder) characterized by a problematic pattern of use of a substance or substances leading to impairments in health and social function, and continued use despite harm.
  • Misuse: Any substance use that is high or inappropriate for a health or social problem.
  • Dependence: Physiological adaptation leading to withdrawal symptoms upon cessation.
  • Addiction:
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