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This is incorrect. This forms part of the ICD-10 criteria for drug dependency.
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c
Persistent use despite harmful consequences of the drug’s use
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This is incorrect. This forms part of the ICD-10 criteria for drug dependency.
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b
A strong desire or sense of compulsion to take the drug
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This is incorrect. This forms part of the ICD-10 criteria for drug dependency.
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d
A physiological withdrawal state and evidence of tolerance of the drug
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This is incorrect. This forms part of the ICD-10 criteria for drug dependency.
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e
Prioritising drug use along with neglect of other life pleasures
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This is correct. This does not form part of the ICD-10 criteria for drug dependency. The ICD-10 criteria for dependence include a strong desire to take the drug, difficulty in controlling use of the drug, a physiological withdrawal state and symptoms when not taking the drug, tolerance built against the drug, continual use of the drug despite negative consequences and prioritising using the drug over other activities.
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a
Continual use of the drug for at least 6 months, with usage on over 75% of days
Concept
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ICD-10
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Pharmacology
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The ICD-10 gives diagnostic guidelines for drug dependency. Three or more factors of the criteria must be present to give a diagnosis.

Which of the following is not part of the criteria?
a