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Jun 2023
21m 57s

Alcohol Use Disorder (Re-release)

USMLE-Rx
About this episode
In this episode, we dip into the Psychiatry collection of Rx Bricks to learn about Alcohol Use Disorder.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the etiology and epidemiology for alcohol use disorder.
  • List the most commonly used alcohol agents in the United States and their associated potency, delivery method, and long-term effects.
  • Describe the DSM-5 diagnostic features and criteria for alcohol use disorder as well as the effects on the body.
  • Describe the evidence-based assessments and treatment approaches for alcohol use disorder.
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