Term ID: T5027

Substance Abuse

/substance-abuse/
Pattern of harmful use of drugs or alcohol that leads to significant impairment or distress in functioning.
Example: Continued drinking despite job loss, relationship problems, or health issues caused by alcohol consumption.

Share This Psychology Term

Explore Your Personality with Science-Backed Tests

Discover insights about yourself with our comprehensive personality assessments. Each test is designed to help you understand different aspects of your psychological profile and personal traits.

View All Personality Tests →
Reference: American Psychiatric Association (2013)