Module 5

Question 1

What four hypotheses exist for the common co-occurrence of SUD and other mental disorders?

Answer 1

1. Susceptibility hypothesis/high risk hypothesis
2. Self-medication hypothesis
3. Third factor hypothesis
4. Bidirectional hypothesis

Question 2

One disorder has an integrated treatment with SUD, allowing for diagnosis of the disorder even during active SUD. Which one is it?

Answer 2

ADHD

Question 3

It is recommended to wait until the addiction is under control before starting treatment for comorbid disorders. Why is that?

Answer 3

1. Symptoms might go away once sober.
2. Substance use might impair cognitive abilities making treatment less effective.

Question 4

There are some disorders that should/can be diagnosed before abstinence. Which ones?

Answer 4

SAD, OCD, specific phobias, PTSD.