Beyond the Dumpster Fire: The Web of Alcohol Use Disorder

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We explore Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), covering diagnosis criteria, progression, causes, and effective treatment approaches according to the DSM.
• AUD falls under substance-related disorders in the DSM with 11 specific criteria
• Severity is classified as mild (2-3 criteria), moderate (4-5), or severe (6+ criteria)
• Criteria include drinking more than intended, inability to quit, cravings, and withdrawal symptoms
• People often drink to self-medicate stress, trauma, or negative emotions
• Effective treatment requires individualized approaches rather than one-size-fits-all solutions
• The trans-theoretical model (stages of change) recognizes recovery as a cyclical journey
• Motivational interviewing helps clients explore ambivalence and move toward healthier choices
• Family therapy helps relatives understand AUD and provide appropriate support
• Other effective approaches include contingency management, DBT, and relapse prevention
• Key assessment tools include AUDIT-C, CAGE, TWEAK, T-ACE, CRAFFT, and ASSIST
• Recovery should be viewed as a journey with potential relapses, not a one-time fix
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Chapters

1. Introduction to AUD and DSM Criteria (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Why People Drink (00:03:12)

3. Treatment Approaches for AUD (00:05:31)

4. Family Therapy and Support Systems (00:10:15)

5. Therapeutic Techniques and Key Terminology (00:13:41)

6. Assessment Tools for AUD (00:16:33)