Chemical Dependency Issues
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One of the clearest sources to define the characteristics of a chemically dependant individual is with the American Psychological Association in their Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV TR). Chemical dependence can include a range of substancesluding drugs; prescription, legal and illegal and alcohol. Dependence starts with the abuse of a substance, this includes one or more of the following;
· Continuing abuse despite interpersonal problems or social caused brought about by use of the substance (Dawson, 2000).
· Repeated drinking of alcohol on dangerous situations (Dawson, 2000).
· The repeated neglect of obligations or personal duties due to the use of the substance (Dawson, 2000).
· Repeated substance-related legal problems (Dawson, 2000).
However, with abuse there is a choice on the part of the user, with them using in spite of the consequences, substance dependence is the next stage on from abuse, dependence,...
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