Overview
Substance use disorder (SUD) encompasses a spectrum of conditions characterized by the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances leading to impairment in daily functioning. It includes alcohol, illicit drugs, and prescription medications misused beyond medical purposes 1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363738394041424344454647484950515253545556575859606162636465666768697071727374.Diagnosis
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