The Thin Line Between Misuse and Addiction
hotelcal2017-10-27T12:00:40-07:00What is the difference between substance abuse and addiction? If you're concerned about a loved one's drinking or drug use, it can be challenging to understand the distinction. Substance use disorder is a psychiatric diagnosis defined as use that causes serious impairment or distress. While this does not necessarily constitute addiction, addiction is considered the most severe form of substance use disorder [1]. Characteristics of Substance Misuse According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, substance use disorder is ongoing non-medical [...]