DSM-IV alcohol abuse criteria from 1997 and 1999 CAS survey items
| DSM-IV criteria | CAS measure of harm |
|---|---|
| Failure to fulfill important social role | Missed class andFell behind in school work |
| Use alcohol despite physically hazardous context | Alcohol related injury orAlcohol related overdose orDrive and heavy episodic drink |
| Legal problems associated with alcohol use | Damaged property orTrouble with police |
| Continued use despite persistent social or interpersonal problems | Argued with friends orDid something later regretted |