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Construct Validity for Alcohol Dependence as Indicated by the SUDDS-IV

, Ph.D. & , B.A.
Pages 293-306 | Published online: 03 Jul 2009
 

Abstract

Objective. This study considers the diagnostic construct validity of the DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-IV) for “alcohol dependence”. Previous reports have indicated that “dependence” constitutes a more distinct and pronounced syndrome than “alcohol abuse”. Method. Data were collected in 2000–2001 on 1340 male and female inmates evaluated for “substance use disorders” using the SUDDS-IV, a detailed structured diagnostic interview, to collect data on all of the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria for “abuse” and “dependence”. Results. Dependent individuals tended to produce distinct and extensive symptom profiles that distinguished them from individuals without a diagnosis or those meeting abuse criteria. Conclusions. Alcohol dependence as defined by the DSM-IV appears to be quite distinct from abuse and can be identified unequivocally for the majority of dependent cases.

Resumen

Objetivo. Este estudio considera la validez de constructo diagnóstica para la dependencia de alcohol del DSM-IV (Manual de Diagnóstico y Estadística-IV). Informes previos han indicado que la dependencia constituye un síndrome más distinto y marcado que el abuso de alcohol. Método. Datos fueron tomados y evaluados para desórdenes de uso de sustancias en 1340 hombres y mujeres usando entrevistas diagnósticas detalladas y estructuradas. Para obtener estos datos, se utilizó todos los criterios diagnósticos de DSM-IV para abuso y dependencia. Resultados. Individuos dependientes tienden a presentar distintos y extensos perfiles síntomáticos que los distinguen de individuos sin una diagnosis o de individuos que reúnen los criterios de abuso. Conclusiones. La dependencia de alcohol según definida por el DSM-IV parece ser bastante distinta del abuso y se puede identificar inequívocamente en la mayoría de los casos de dependencia.

Résumé

Objectif. Cette étude considère la validité du concept diagnostique du MDS-IV (Manuel Diagnostique et Statistique-IV) pour la dépendance d’alcool. Les rapports précédents ont suggéré que la dépendance fait partie d’un syndrome plus distinct et prononcé que celui de l’abus de l’alcool. Méthode. Les données sur 1.340 hommes et femmes évalués pour des troubles de l’usage de stupéfiants ont été rassemblées en se servant d’un entretien diagnostique bien structuré et détaillé, pour recuellir des données sur tous les critères diagnostiques du MDS-IV pour l’abus et la dépendance. Résultats. Les individus dépendants avaient tendance à produire des profils de symptômes qui les distinguaient des individus qui n’ont pas eu de diagnostique ou de ceux qui ont satisfait les critères de l’abus et de dépendance. Conclusions. La dépendence d’alcool comme elle est décrite par le MDS-IV se sépare assez nettement de l’abus, et peut se faire identifier sans aucun doute pour la plupart des cas dépendants de l’alcool.

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Norman G. Hoffmann

Norman G. Hoffmann, Ph.D., President of Evince Clinical Assessments, is a clinical psychologist who has over 20 years of experience in the assessment of addictive disorders and the evaluation of behavioral health treatment programs. He has developed assessment instruments used throughout North America and parts of Europe. Dr. Hoffmann is Clinical Associate Professor of Community Health at Brown University.

Tyson D. Hoffmann

Tyson D. Hoffmann, B.A., is a Ph.D. candidate in physics at Iowa State University. His dissertation research involves the spectroscopy of III-IV semiconductors. Other research interests focus on artificial intelligence applications for interactive behavioral health assessments and related programming of computer-administered and computer-prompted assessment instruments.

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