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List the criteria for alcohol use disorder as outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) and put an asterisk or star next to the ones J.G. demonstrates. {Ans: Alcohol is 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 alcohol use.* A great deal of time is spent in activities necessary to obtain alcohol, use alcohol, or recover from its effects. Craving, or a strong desire or urge to use alcohol. * Recurrent alcohol use resulting in a failure to fulfill major role obligations at work, school, or home.* Continued alcohol use despite having persistent or recurrent social or interpersonal problems caused or exacerbated by the effects of alcohol.* Important social, occupational, or recreational activities are given up or reduced because of alcohol use. Recurrent alcohol use in situations in which it is physically hazardous. Alcohol use is continued despite knowledge of having a persistent or recurrent physical or psychological problem that is likely to have been caused or exacerbated by alcohol.* Tolerance, as defined by either of the following: a) A need for markedly increased