In order for a substance-related disorder to be diagnosed, the pattern of substance use must lead to
1. significant costs involved with the habit.
2. significant disturbances in social functioning.
3. significantly impaired functioning and distress.
4. significant physical changes related to the abused substance.
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The pattern of substance use must be disabling and lead to significantly impaired function-ing and distress. The person must demonstrate signs of tolerance, withdrawal, and depend-ence.
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