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Media Assessment: GiaHayley Grace PartridgeBaker College OnlinePSY – 2250 Psychology of Drug Abuse and AddictionDoctor Gwen ZegestowskyFebruary 5, 2023Media Assessment: GiaIn the movie Gia (1998), the main character (Gia) is addicted to heroin, indicated that she has Opioid Use Disorder. Listed below are the DSM-5 (5th Ed.) criteria for Opioid Use Disorder:A problematic pattern of opioid use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, as manifested by at least two of the following, occurring within a 12-month period:Opioids are often taken in larger amounts or over a longer period than was intended.There is a persistent desire or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control opioid use.A great deal of time is spent in activities necessary to obtain the opioid, use the opioid, or recover from its effects.Craving, or a strong desire or urge to use opioids.Recurrent opioid use resulting in a failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, school, or home.Continued opioid use despite having persistent or recurring social or interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated by the effects of opioids.Important social, occupational, or recreational activities are given