define stimulant use disorder
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Substance use disorder Substance use disorder (SUD), also known as drug use disorder, is a condition in which the use of one or more substances leads to a clinically significant impairment or distress. Although the term substance can refer to any physical matter, 'substance' in this context is limited to psychoactive drugs.
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- Ersche, KE et al., Abnormal brain structure implicated in stimulant drug addiction. Science 335(6068): 601-604 (2012). Ersche, KE et al., Distinctive personality traits and neural correlates associated with stimulant drug use versus familial risk of stimulant dependence.
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- Another group of drugs called stimulants may be used for certain disorders, primarily attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The most commonly used stimulants include Ritalin, Dexedrine, Adderall, and Vyvanse.
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Drug Classifications Stimulants are a class of drugs that elevate mood, increase feelings of well-being, and increase energy and alertness. Stimulants can cause the heart to beat faster and will also cause blood pressure and breathing to elevate. Repeated use of stimulants can result in paranoia and hostility.
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Mental Health Medications But as their potential for abuse and addiction became apparent, the medical use of stimulants began to wane. Now, stimulants are prescribed to treat only a few health conditions, including ADHD, narcolepsy, and occasionally depression—in those who have not responded to other treatments.ut as their potential for abuse and addiction became apparent, the medical use of stimulants began to wane. Now, stimulants are prescribed to treat only a few health conditions, including ADHD, narcolepsy, and occasionally depression—in those who have not responded to other treatments.
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What are prescription stimulants? Repeated misuse of prescription stimulants, even within a short period, can cause psychosis, anger, or paranoia. If the drug is injected, it is important to note that sharing drug injection equipment and having impaired judgment from drug misuse can increase the risk of contracting infectious diseases such as HIV and hepatitis.
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Stimulant Amphetamine is a potent central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the phenethylamine class that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.affeine is a stimulant compound belonging to the xanthine class of chemicals naturally found in coffee, tea, and (to a lesser degree) cocoa or chocolate. It is included in many soft drinks, as well as a larger amount in energy drinks.
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TOBACCO USE DISORDER Smokers die, on average, 10 years younger. Tobacco Use Disorder is a condition characterized by the harmful consequences of repeated tobacco use, a pattern of compulsive tobacco use, and (sometimes) physiological dependence on tobacco (i.e., tolerance and/or withdrawal).ecurrent tobacco use in situations in which it is physically hazardous (e.g., smoking in bed). Tobacco use is continued despite knowledge of having a persistent or recurrent physical or psychological problem that is likely to have been caused or exacerbated by tobacco.
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- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A disorder in which a person is unable to control behavior due to difficulty in processing neural stimuli, accompanied by an extremely high level of motor activity.
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Definitions &Translations Stimulants (also referred to as psychostimulants) are psychoactive drugs that induce temporary improvements in either mental or physical functions or both. Examples of these kinds of effects may include enhanced alertness, wakefulness, and locomotion, among others.
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Drug Classifications Depressants slow normal brain function. Because of this effect, depressants are often used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. Although the different depressant drugs work uniquely in the brain, it is through their effect on GABA activity that produces a drowsy or calming effect.GABA works to decrease brain activity.timulants. Stimulants are a class of drugs that elevate mood, increase feelings of well-being, and increase energy and alertness. Stimulants can cause the heart to beat faster and will also cause blood pressure and breathing to elevate. Repeated use of stimulants can result in paranoia and hostility.
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Treatment of Benzodiazepine Dependence Key elements of substance-use disorders are dose increases, tolerance of and craving for the drug’s effects, and loss of control. These diagnostic criteria and definitions are used for all classes of abused drugs, including prescription drugs such as benzodiazepines.
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What Are Stimulants? - Definition, Types & Examples Stimulants are drugs that speed up the activity of the central nervous system. Stimulants are useful in treating many medical conditions, including ADHD, narcolepsy, asthma, obesity, and depression. There are several types of stimulants, including caffeine, nicotine, cocaine, amphetamines, and methamphetamines.ou've probably taken stimulant medication in the past without realizing it. For example, if you have ever taken extra strength Excedrin, you have taken a stimulant. Below are other examples of medical uses for stimulants: 1  Caffeine is often added to painkillers in order to make them more effective.
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Substance Use Disorders As the name suggests, stimulants increase alertness, attention, and energy, as well as elevate blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration. Stimulants historically were used to treat asthma and other respiratory problems, obesity, neurological disorders, and a variety of other ailments.
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Is Adderall a Stimulant or a Depressant? One common drug question I get a lot is whether Adderall, a drug commonly prescribed for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), is a stimulant or a depressant. Adderall is an amphetamine, which means it is a stimulant, in the same class of chemicals that includes methamphetamine and benzedrine.
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- Do Prescription Stimulants Affect a Patient’s Risk of Substance Abuse? Concerns have been raised that stimulants prescribed to treat a child’s or adolescent’s ADHD could affect an individual’s vulnerability to developing later drug problems—either by increasing the risk or by providing a degree of protection.
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- The most widely abused stimulants are cocaine, crack (a pure form of cocaine) and amphetamines. Cocaine has limited commercial use and its sale and possession are strictly controlled. Nevertheless there is a huge worldwide illicit network for the manufacture and supply of this drug in its various forms.
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- Alcohol Use Disorder is a condition characterized by the harmful consequences of repeated alcohol use, a pattern of compulsive alcohol use, and (sometimes) physiological dependence on alcohol (i.e., tolerance and/or symptoms of withdrawal).
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- Stimulants (also referred to as psychostimulants) are psychoactive drugs that induce temporary improvements in either mental or physical functions or both. Examples of these kinds of effects may include enhanced alertness, wakefulness, and locomotion, among others.affeine is a stimulant compound belonging to the xanthine class of chemicals naturally found in coffee, tea, and (to a lesser degree) cocoa or chocolate. It is included in many soft drinks, as well as a larger amount in energy drinks.
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Polysubstance dependence Definition. Polysubstance dependence refers to a type of substance dependence disorder in which an individual uses at least three different classes of substances indiscriminately and does not have a favorite drug that qualifies for dependence on its own.olysubstance dependence is listed as a substance disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders published in 2000 (also known as the DSM-IV-TR).
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- Amphetamine-related psychiatric disorders are conditions resulting from intoxication or long-term use of amphetamines or amphetamine derivatives. Such disorders can also be experienced during the withdrawal period from amphetamines.
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Stimulants Stopping abruptly, even after a weekend binge, is commonly followed by depression, anxiety, drug craving, and extreme fatigue (crash). Therapeutic levels of stimulants can produce exhilaration (a rush), extended wakefulness, and loss of appetite.
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Diagnosis Currently, stimulant drugs (psychostimulants) are the most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD. Stimulants appear to boost and balance levels of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters.
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- Stimulants are drugs or compounds that stimulate the CNS, which creates increased attention, alertness, and energy. Stimulants can be prescribed to treat ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in children and adults; narcolepsy, and treatment resistant depression. Side effects include weight loss, insomnia, loss of appetite, and headache.
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