ASAM Dimensions Definitions

American Society of Addiction Medicine
Six Dimensions of ASAM

Dimension 1 – Acute Intoxication and Withdrawal
Dimension 2 – Biomedical Conditions/Complications
Dimension 3 – Cognitive/Behavioral/ Emotional Conditions
Dimension 4 – Readiness/Motivation
Dimension 5 – Relapse, Continued Use, Continued Problem
Dimension 6 – Recovery Environment