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Kratom Use Disorder: Clinical Implications, Screening, and Management Strategies

Open Journal of Psychology | Vol 6, Issue 1

Table 1. Proposed Screening Framework

Domain Component Example
Exposure Lifetime/current use Have you used kratom?
Motivation Pain/PTSD/mood Why do you use kratom?
DSM Criteria Control/craving Do you feel unable to stop?
Severity Criteria count 0–1 none, ≥6 severe
Safety Medication interaction Any interactions?