Stimulant Withdrawal is a withdrawal syndrome that develops within a few hours to several days after the cessation of (or marked reduction in) stimulant use (generally high dose) that has been prolonged.
Cessation of (or reduction in) prolonged amphetamine-type substance, cocaine, or other stimulant use.
Dysphoric mood and at least 2
of the following physiological changes, developing within a few hours
to several days
after Criterion A
:
The signs or symptoms in Criterion B
cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
The signs or symptoms are not attributable to another medical condition and are not better explained by another mental disorder, including intoxication or withdrawal from another substance.
Specify the specific substance that causes the withdrawal syndrome (i.e. - amphetamine-type substance, cocaine, or other stimulant).