Clarification and Standardization of Substance Abuse Terminology
- Robert C. Rinaldi, PhD;
- Emanual M. Steindler, MS;
- Bonnie B. Wilford;
- Desiree Goodwin, MPA
Abstract
A four-stage Delphi survey of substance abuse experts was conducted to help achieve greater clarity and uniformity in terminology associated with alcohol and other drug-related problems. This multidisciplinary group of experts was asked to reach a consensus on alcohol and other drug-related terms and definitions. Results produced a list of 50 substance abuse terms deemed important, along with the most agreed on definition for each term.
(JAMA 1988;259:555-557)
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