Bess Has Been Using Valium for Two Years Even Though

question 32

Multiple Choice

Bess has been using Valium for two years even though it impairs her work performance and jeopardizes her safety. She often drives while intoxicated by the medication. She shows neither tolerance nor withdrawal. According to the DSM-5, Bess's drug use illustrates ____.

• A) substance intoxication
• B) substance dependence
• C) substance use disorder
• D) substance-induced disorder

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