According to DSM-5 criteria, how many of the 11 diagnostic criteria must be met within a 12-month period for a diagnosis of mild alcohol use disorder?

• A 8-9 criteria
• B 6-7 criteria
• C 4-5 criteria
• D 2-3 criteria ✓

Explanation

DSM-5 classifies substance use disorders on a spectrum of severity: mild (2-3 criteria), moderate (4-5 criteria), and severe (6 or more criteria) within a 12-month period. This replaced the previous DSM-IV distinction between abuse and dependence, which were separate diagnoses with different criteria sets.

Reference: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th ed.

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