Question

Mindy was just arrested for driving while intoxicated (dwi). why would we not necessarily diagnose mindy with an alcohol use disorder?

a. intoxication is not pathological.
b. dsm requires a recurrent pattern of problematic use.
c. dsm excludes dwi as a criterion for alcohol use disorder.
d. she is female, and alcohol use disorder is only seen in males.

Answer 1

Based solely on the situation given, the most correct answer is (b) DSM requires a recurrent pattern of problematic use. DSM-IV Criteria for Alcohol Abuse states that "alcohol abuse" should be manifested by plenty of factors, including: RECURRING alcohol-related legal problems.