Abstract
Abstract The outcome of severe mental illness is greatly diminished when persons also abuse alcohol and other drugs. This paper debunks any notion that substance abuse is acquired, rather portraying drug use and abuse to be an addiction and disease. The author then summarizes relevant factors related to diagnosing this disease including the need for a period of abstinence and the consideration of personality factors. Implications of an addiction diagnosis are discussed.
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