Glossary
Main glossary of terms used on the POSITive site.
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DASTDrug Abuse Screening Test — A brief instrument used to detect drug abuse or dependence disorders. The DAST provides a general measure of lifetime problem severity that can be used to guide further inquiry into drug-related problems and to help determine treatment intensity. |
DDAPDepartment of Drug and Alcohol Programs (state level: PA). | |
DDPPQDrug and Drug Problems Perception Questionnaire. | |
Delirium tremensAn alcohol withdrawal syndrome characterized by hallucinations, disorientation, tachycardia, hypertension, low grade fever, agitation and diaphoresis. It occurs in 5% of patients experiencing withdrawal, typically begins between 48 and 72 hours after the last drink, can last one to five days and has a mortality rate of 5% (death is usually due to arrhythmias or complicating illnesses such as pneumonia). | |
Dependence on a substanceMaladaptive pattern of use leading to clinically significant impairment manifesting three or more of the following within a 12-month period: tolerance, withdrawal, using more than intended, preoccupation with use, narrowing of non-drug use activities, continued use in spite of negative consequences, compulsive use. | |
Dextromethorphan HydrobromideAn opioid found in cough syrups. Referred to as “Poor man’s PCP.” Can produce profound delirium and delusions. | |
DisulfiramA prescription medication that causes illness when the patient consumes alcohol. Used for alcohol cessation. Sold under the brand name Antabuse. | |
DSMThe Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association. The current version is the DSM-V. | |