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Cannabis
Abuse Symptoms and DSM-IV Diagnosis
Cannabis
Abuse Symptoms and Diagnosis Overview:
 Cannabis Abuse
symptoms and diagnostic criteria follow below. While some of these Cannabis
Abuse symptoms may be recognized by family, teachers, legal and medical
professionals, and others, only properly trained mental health
professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, professional counselors etc.) can
or should even attempt to make a mental health diagnosis. Many additional
factors are considered in addition to the Cannabis Abuse symptoms in making
proper diagnosis, including frequently medical and psychological testing
consideration. This information on Cannabis Abuse symptoms and diagnostic
criteria are for information purposes only and should never replace the judgment
and comprehensive assessment of a trained mental health clinician.
305.2
Cannabis Abuse Diagnostic Criteria:
Cannabis abuse
involves periodic use and intoxication which may interfere with an individual's
performance at school or work and even be physically hazardous in a multitude of
situations such as driving a car or heavy machinery. Cannabis abuse can also
lead to legal problems and negative consequences such as arrest for possession.
The abuse of cannabis may also lead to arguments with spouses or parents because
of the possession in the home or its presence around others. It may also lead to
significant levels of tolerance along with psychological and physical problems
associated with compulsive use, at which time a diagnosis of cannabis dependence
should be considered rather than cannabis abuse.
Additional
Information and webpage by
Paul Susic
Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist (Health and Geriatric Psychologist)
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