The Underrated Superhero   Tools for Substance Use Counselors

The Underrated Superhero

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for Clinicians

Is it Substance use or Medical concerns?

DATE FEATURED: August 1, 2025
BOARD: Older Adults
DATE RETIRED: November 1, 2025

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Is it Substance use or Medical concerns? This flowchart guides differential diagnosis between substance use symptoms and medical conditions. Walk through physical symptoms, medical condition symptoms, withdrawal assessment, tolerance evaluation, and behavioral changes to confirm diagnosis, consider dual diagnosis, and determine appropriate treatment plans. Designed for clinical decision-making when symptoms could indicate either substance use or underlying medical issues.

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