Section: Module 1: Lesson 2: Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnosis | Prevention and Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorders | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Recognize and describe signs and symptoms of Alcohol Use Disorder, Alcohol Dependence and the types of Alcohol Use.
    • Justify the need for improved education on alcohol use disorders, including alcohol abuse and harmful use, for medical professionals.

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      Required Learning Resources

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      Symptoms and Signs of Alcohol Addiction: Am I Addicted to Alcohol? URL
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      Read 'Signs and Symptoms of an Alcohol Use Disorder', 'Physical Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol Misuse', and 'Behavioral Signs and Symptoms of Alcohol Misuse'. (15 mins)

      American Addiction Centers - 2024

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      Alcohol Dependence and Harmful Use of Alcohol: Diagnosis and Treatment Options URL
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      Read 'Background', ''Learning Goals', 'When is alcohol use a health problem?', 'Diagnostic Classification' and 'Diagnostic testing, laboratory findings, psychometric evaluation instruments, and self-assessment scales' (including Table of biomarkers and Box 4 with AUDIT-C screening tool). (15 mins)

      Deutsches Ärzteblatt International - 2016