Mindy was just arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI). Why would we not necessarily diagnose Mindy with an alcohol use disorder?
a. She is female, and alcohol use disorder is only seen in males.
b. DSM excludes DWI as a criterion for alcohol use disorder.
c. DSM requires a recurrent pattern of problematic use.
d. Intoxication is not pathological.
Answer: c.
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