Table 5.
DSM-5 alcohol use disorder criteria
| Abbreviation | Description |
|---|---|
| TOL | Tolerance of alcohol |
| WITHD | Withdrawal after quitting or cutting down |
| LARGERLONGER | Substance used more than intended |
| CUTD | Desire or efforts to cut down on use |
| TIME | Spent time using substance or recovering from effects |
| GIVEUP | Important activities given up because of use |
| CONTINUE | Continued use despite health problems |
| ROLE | Failure to fulfill role obligations |
| HAZARD | Use in physically hazardous situations |
| SOCIAL | Use despite social/interpersonal problems |
| CRAVING | Craving or a strong desire or urge to use alcohol |