Substance-Related Disorders have the potential to cause an array of problems for both the individual affected, along with those around them.
Substance-Related Disorders refer to conditions associated with substance abuse, substance dependence, and other related areas.
The different disorders are grouped by two distinct areas – Substance-Induced Disorders and Substance Use Disorders. Here, we take a general overview of this.
What are Substance-Related Disorders?
Substance-Related Disorders: Substance-Related Disorders are a category of conditions which involve any form of substance abuse, substance dependence, and disorders that specifically arise from drug abuse. There are two distinct types of Substance-Related Disorders – Substance-Induced Disorders and Substance Use Disorders. Substance-Induced Disorders refers to the immediate effects (e.g. intoxication) or discontinuation (e.g. withdrawal) of substance use. Substance Use Disorders meanwhile involve the negative consequences that arise from continued use of substances – typically involving addiction.
What are the different types of Substance-Related Disorders:
Substance-Induced Disorder: A Substance-Induced disorder refers to the immediate effects of substance use, such as intoxication and delirium, along with the immediate effects of discontinuing a substance, namely withdrawal. This area is also concerned with the resulting symptoms of both use and discontinuation – especially in relation to the possible mood disorder or psychotic symptoms that may develop. Treatment for Substance-Induced Disorders will vary, dependent on the symptoms present. There are considered to be nine Substance-Induced Disorders.
- Substance-induced Depressive Disorders
- Substance-induced Bipolar and Related Disorders
- Substance-induced Anxiety Disorders
- Substance-induced Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
- Substance-induced Psychotic Disorder
- Substance-induced Sleep Disorders
- Substance-induced Sexual Dysfunction
- Substance-induced Neurocognitive Disorders
- Substance-induced Delirium
Substance Use Disorder: A Substance Use Disorder involves the negative effects caused by long-term or continued use of a substance. Disorders can become more severe as time progresses, with an individual typically become addicted. Substance Use Disorders are also associated with abuse and dependence. Substance Dependence concerns the state that develops following repeated administration of a drug. Substance Abuse refers to the use of a drug in a way that results in harm to the individual consuming it. Typically, an individual will use the drug either in excessive amounts, or through a method that results in harm to them. A Substance Use Disorder results in impairment in multiple areas – including both physical and psychological effects. Treatment will vary, dependent on circumstance and presenting symptoms. There are considered to be ten Substance Use Disorders.
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Amphetamine Use Disorder
- Cannabis Use Disorder
- Cocaine Use Disorder
- Inhalants Use Disorder
- Opioid Use Disorder
- Phencyclidine Use Disorder
- Sedatives, Hypnotics or Anxiolytics Use Disorder
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Other (or Unknown) Substance Use Disorder
A range of substances are involved in abuse. Benzodiazepines, barbiturates, opioids, alcohol, cannabis, inhalants, stimulants and amphetamines are just some of the classes of drugs that are abused regularly.
Summary
Substance abuse is an area that encompasses a wide range of conditions. But the entire range of conditions and disorders can normally be termed as either substance-induced, or just substance use.
In all cases, treatment is available, and with the right motivation and support, recovery is possible.
See Also
- Substance-Related Disorders: Everything You Need to Know
- What Are The Different Types of Substance-Related Disorders?
- What Are The Symptoms of Substance-Related Disorders?
- What Are The Causes of Substance-Related Disorders?
- How are Substance-Related Disorders Diagnosed?
- How Can Substance-Related Disorders be Treated?
- What is the Prognosis for Substance-Related Disorders?
- 10 Tips for Living With Substance-Related Disorders
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