A DSM-IV diagnosis of substance abuse disorder does not include

A. repeated episodes of substance intoxication.
B. substance related relationship difficulties at work or within the family.
C. legal difficulties related to substance abuse.
D. a period of at least two years of involvement.


D. a period of at least two years of involvement.

This is a fact question that is asked in the negative. The DSM-IV criteria requires that the consequences of a substance abuse disorder occur during a one year period.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following statements is true?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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