by on April 20, 2024
Diagnosing drug addiction (substance use disorder) requires an intensive evaluation and often includes an evaluation by a psychiatrist, a psychologist, or a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. Blood, urine or other lab tests are used to evaluate drug use, but they are not a diagnostic test for addiction. However, these assessments could also be used for monitoring therapy and recovery. For prognosis of a substance use disorder, most mental well being professionals use standards in the Diagnosti...
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