A substance use disorder involves a pattern of substance use associated with impaired control, harmful consequences or disruption of everyday functioning. It can vary in severity and can coexist with other mental disorders.[ref]
Drug tolerance and Drug withdrawal are physiological concepts that may be relevant, but neither should be used alone as a complete account of the disorder. The pattern of use and its effects on a person's life are separate parts of the assessment.
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