Alcohol Assignment by

Persistent desire for substance

dandre21_1 — 2025-06-16 02:25:58 UTC

Ryan exhibits a persistent desire to cut down on his use, but he is unable to do so. Ryan talked about trying to stop drinking many times but kept going back to it. this behavior aligns with the DSM-5 criteria for a substance use disorder, which include:

Spending a great time getting the the substance, using the substance or recovering from it's effects

Expressing a persistent desire to cut down on or regulate substance abuse, but being unable to do so.

This behavior showed a persistent desire and failed attempt to quit which is a key sign of addiction

Tolerance and withdrawal

dandre21_1 — 2025-06-16 02:38:42 UTC

Ryan develops a tolerance to alcohol, requiring larger amounts to achieve the desired effects. He also experiences withdrawal symptoms.

Withdrawal symptoms may not occur until a week or more after discontinuing the drug and may include anxiety, insomnia, and tremors.

These symptoms showed his body has become dependent on alcohol.

Diminished socializing or working

dandre21_1 — 2025-06-16 02:44:43 UTC

Ryan's school work, and relationships suffer as he prioritizes alcohol. Even though Ryan's health and relationships were falling apart he keep drinking. Despite knowing the harm he continues showing compulsive use

This is one of the major signs of substance abuse : continued use of the substance in spite of persistent or recurrent physical or psychological problems associated with the substance that interferes with friendships, family relationships, or both

Major activities devoted to obtaining substance

dandre21_1 — 2025-06-16 03:00:13 UTC

Ryan described how his daily life revolved around drinking. he spent time planning how to get alcohol, finding ways to buy it, and thinking about when and where he could drink.

When someone is addicted their substance use starts to take over their schedule , decisions, and lifestyle.

substance abuse recurrent substance use that results in a failure to fulfill major obligations at work, school, or home

dandre21_1 — 2025-06-16 03:09:32 UTC