Alcohol dependence is a previous ( DSM-IV and ICD-10) psychiatric diagnosis in which an individual is physically or psychologically dependent upon alcohol (also chemically known as ethanol ).
23-448: (Redirected from Depend ) Dependency , dependence , dependent or depend may refer to: Computer science [ edit ] Dependency (computer science) or coupling, a state in which one object uses a function of another object Data dependency , which describes a dependence relation between statements in a program Dependence analysis , in compiler theory Dependency (UML) ,
46-733: A classification of territory, especially a region that is not a sovereign state but a possession of same Crown Dependencies , three specific dependencies of the United Kingdom: the Bailiwick of Guernsey, the Bailiwick of Jersey, and the Isle of Man Dependencies of Norway Ross Dependency , New Zealand Antarctic claim Music [ edit ] Dependent (record label) , a German independent record label that focuses on aggrotech, electro-industrial and futurepop music Dependent Music , an independent Canadian record label, owned and operated by
69-434: A healthier lifestyle (physically and mentally), creating new relationships with other like-minded people as well as rekindling or mending old relationships if possible. The treatment process consists typically of two parts short-term and long-term. First, there is the path to abstinence and/or recovery. There are several reasons why someone with alcohol use disorder or alcohol dependency would seek treatment. This can either be
92-574: A link amongst a project's terminal elements Dependency (religion) , the relation of a monastic community with a newer community Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Dependency . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dependency&oldid=1216150393 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
115-449: A pattern of detrimental behavioral interactions within a dysfunctional relationship Dependency need , the real need of the organism, or something that individuals cannot provide for themselves Dependent personality disorder , a personality disorder characterized by a pervasive psychological dependence on other people Substance dependence , an adaptive state associated with a withdrawal syndrome upon cessation of repeated exposure to
138-788: A personal reason or because of law enforcement. There is a series of different levels of treatment processes depending on the severity subtype. Some would or could benefit from medication treatment with psychosocial treatment, while others could just benefit from psychosocial treatment. Listed below are some different types of treatments that are used with treating alcohol dependency/alcohol use disorder depending on several factors that vary from person to person. Types of treatments: Acceptance and mindfulness-based interventions show evidence of efficacy in being used to target Alcohol Use Disorder. These types of interventions are often most effectively delivered in group settings, however, they are also proven effective in individual therapy contexts. Overall, this
161-419: A program produces unexpected side-effects Library dependency, a relationship described in and managed by a software dependency manager tool to mitigate dependency hell Economics [ edit ] Dependant (British English) (Dependent - American English), a person who depends on another as a primary source of income Dependency ratio , in economics, the ratio of the economically dependent part of
184-483: A relationship between one element in the Unified Modeling Language Dependency relation , a type of binary relation in mathematics and computer science. Functional dependency , a relationship between database attributes allowing normalization. Dependent type , in computer science and logic, a type that depends on a value Hidden dependency , a relation in which a change in many areas of
207-600: A stimulus (e.g., drug intake) Physical dependence , dependence that involves persistent physical–somatic withdrawal symptoms (e.g., fatigue and delirium tremens) Psychological dependence , dependence that involves emotional–motivational withdrawal symptoms (e.g., dysphoria and anhedonia) Alcohol dependence Amphetamine dependence Barbiturate dependence Benzodiazepine dependence Caffeine dependence Cannabis dependence Cocaine dependence Opioid dependence Tanning dependence Political science [ edit ] Dependent territory ,
230-435: A type of binary relation in mathematics and computer science. Dependent and independent variables , in mathematics, the variable that depends on the independent variable The absence of independence (probability theory) Tail dependence , from probability theory Serial dependence , in statistics Correlation and dependence Mean dependence Medicine and psychology [ edit ] Codependence ,
253-433: Is a 20 item clinical screening tool designed to measure the presence and level of alcohol dependence. Withdrawals from alcohol dependence is a common side effect that occurs when a person with the dependency stops drinking abruptly or even cuts back on their drinking after a prolonged period of indulgence. Withdrawal from alcohol dependence can vary from mild, moderate to severe, depending on several factors such as: how long
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#1732863170171276-478: Is also a popular faith-based process used by those wishing to recover from alcohol dependence. The ultimate goal when it comes to treating alcohol dependence or as the DSM-5 now calls it alcohol use disorder , is to help with establishing abstinence from drinking. There are several other benefits that come along with treatment . For some, it is reconnecting with themselves and obtaining self-esteem and confidence ,
299-536: Is considered the most accurate alcohol screening tool for identifying potential alcohol misuse, including dependence. It was developed by the World Health Organization, designed initially for use in primary healthcare settings with supporting guidance. The CAGE questionnaire , the name of which is an acronym of its four questions, is a widely used method of screening for alcohol dependence. The Severity of Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire (SADQ or SAD-Q)
322-901: Is crucial in helping individuals who are dependent on alcohol because it raises awareness, provides a non-judgemental environment for people to express their thoughts, and allows individuals to be heard and accepted in the present moment. About 12% of American adults have had an alcohol dependence problem at some time in their life. In the UK the NHS estimates that around 9% of men and 4% of UK women show signs of alcohol dependence. A 2015 study found that alcohol dependency may have genetic risk factors. Linkage disequilibrium between an AD-associated GABA receptor gene cluster, GABRB3/GABRG3, and eye color genes, OCA2/HERC2, as well as between AD-associated GRM5 and pigmentation-associated TYR, were all associated with alcohol dependency. GABA downregulation may decrease sensitivity to
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368-524: The artists that were a part of the collective Dependency (band) , an American Christian hardcore band Philosophy [ edit ] Dependent (origination), in Buddhism, the idea that the existence of everything is conditional and dependent on a cause, and that nothing happens fortuitously or by chance Other uses [ edit ] Depend (undergarment) , a brand of absorbent, disposable underwear for adults Dependency (project management) ,
391-541: The economy to the productive part Dependency theory , an economic worldview that posits that resources flow from poor states to wealthy states Linguistics [ edit ] Dependent and independent verb forms , distinct verb forms in Goidelic languages used with or without a preceding particle Dependency grammar is based on the dependency relation between the lexemes of a sentence Dependent clause Mathematics [ edit ] Dependency relation ,
414-519: The medical community. The following elements are the template for which the degree of dependence is judged: AUDIT has replaced older screening tools such as CAGE but there are many shorter alcohol screening tools, mostly derived from the AUDIT. The Severity of Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire (SAD-Q) is a more specific twenty-item inventory for assessing the presence and severity of alcohol dependence. The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)
437-480: The past several decades to identify and understand the core features of alcohol dependence. This work began in 1976, when the British psychiatrist Griffith Edwards and his American colleague Milton M. Gross collaborated to produce a formulation of what had previously been understood as 'alcoholism' – the alcohol dependence syndrome . The alcohol dependence syndrome was seen as a cluster of seven elements that concur. It
460-1015: The person has been drinking, whether they are a binge drinker , whether they relapse chronically, and how much they drink daily. All these factors can vary from one person to the next depending on psychological , environmental , and biological factors. Some common withdrawal side effects are as listed: The spectrum of alcohol withdrawal symptoms range from such minor symptoms as insomnia and tremulousness to severe complications such as withdrawal seizures and delirium tremens . Alcohol withdrawal syndrome can be very tricky to diagnose, due to other preliminary conditions that may exist from individual to individual. Treatments for alcohol dependence can be separated into two groups, those directed towards severely alcohol-dependent people, and those focused for those at risk of becoming dependent on alcohol. Treatment for alcohol dependence often involves utilizing relapse prevention , support groups , psychotherapy , and setting short-term goals . The Twelve-Step Program
483-565: The same symptoms and problems related to drinking. Not everyone with alcohol dependence, therefore, experiences physiological dependence. Alcohol dependence is differentiated from alcohol abuse by the presence of symptoms such as tolerance and withdrawal . Both alcohol dependence and alcohol abuse are sometimes referred to by the less specific term alcoholism . However, many definitions of alcoholism exist, and only some are compatible with alcohol abuse. There are two major differences between alcohol dependence and alcoholism as generally accepted by
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#1732863170171506-472: The toxic effects of alcohol, leading to increased alcohol consumption in blue-eyed individuals. The term 'alcohol dependence' has replaced 'alcoholism' as a term in order that individuals do not internalize the idea of cure and disease, but can approach alcohol as a chemical they may depend upon to cope with outside pressures. The contemporary definition of alcohol dependence is still based upon early research. There has been considerable scientific effort over
529-482: Was reclassified as alcohol use disorder in DSM-5 , which combined alcohol dependence and alcohol abuse into this diagnosis. According to the DSM-IV criteria for alcohol dependence, at least three out of seven of the following criteria must be manifest during a 12-month period: Because only 3 of the 7 DSM-IV criteria for alcohol dependence are required, not all patients meet the same criteria and therefore not all have
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