Ray has been using amphetamines for several years now, but the actual usage has increased in the last 9 months. He claims he wants to control the use. “I don’t really want to quit, but I would like to use less,” he says with some uncertainty. He goes on to say the reason he can’t cut down is that he craves the stimulant and soon he finds a way to get more. “I get it that this is no good. I just don’t really want to give it up altogether but I gotta do something.” What chapter do you turn to? ____________________. What diagnosis do you choose? ____________________. Which criteria apply here? Give the numbers for each of the criteria that apply to Ray’s case. ____________________. 

Working together in small groups, see how many of the above exercises you can complete. These are designed to familiarize you with where different material is located in the DSM 5. When it comes to actual diagnoses, there will often be discussions about what diagnosis to use. In other words, don’t expect that there is only one right answer. Discuss the cases with your colleagues and try to seek the best answer instead. After discussion, in which you will no doubt cover many of the issues raised in a real work situation, assign the diagnosis you feel is most appropriate.