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To receive a diagnosis of substance use disorder, an individual must satisfy at least two diagnostic criteria, one of which has to be a symptom of physical dependence (tolerance or withdrawal).

a. True
b. False

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Answer: TRUE

Explanation: Substance use disorder is also known as drug use disorder. This can be described as a condition which results when chemical substances used causes clinically significant impairment or distress. The drugs that belongs to this class includes:

-alcohol

- hallucinogens

-caffeine.

To receive a diagnosis of substance use disorder, an individual must satisfy at least two diagnostic criteria, one of which has to be a symptom of

- physical dependence (tolerance or withdrawal).

- persistent use of the chemical substance or drug even with the knowledge of the harm it causes. I hope this helps. Thanks.

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