Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Episode 6 - How to assess the severity of a substance use disorder
Episode 6 - How to assess the severity of a substance use disorder
Episode 6 - How to assess the severity of a substance use disorder
Wednesday 23rd June 2021
Dr. Casey Grover explains how to assess the severity of substance use disorders using DSM-V criteria in emergency settings.
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Get the buttons here!Mastering Substance Use Disorder Assessment with Dr. Casey Grover
Addiction is a horrible disease which affects good people. But my initial thoughts when I saw these were: how do I tell if it's mild, moderate or severe? So we're going to dig into this today to understand how to assess the severity of a substance use disorder.
Picture yourself in the chaotic environment of an emergency room, faced with a patient whose substance use is wreaking havoc on their life. How do you determine the severity of their addiction? In this episode, Dr. Casey Grover breaks down the DSM-V criteria for assessing substance use disorders, guiding healthcare professionals through the essential steps to identify whether a patient’s condition is mild, moderate, or severe. Dr.
Grover's approach is both practical and deeply informative, offering clear, actionable advice that can make a real difference in patient care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in emergency medicine or acute care who wants to enhance their diagnostic skills and provide better support for those struggling with addiction.