Clinical finding · Australian terminology

Craving

Definition

A strong desire or urge to use a substance.

Source linked1 covered source

A strong desire or urge to use a substance. The term should be interpreted alongside the person's account, the observed context and other relevant clinical information.

Record what was reported and what was observed separately where that distinction matters.
Describe change over time, relevant context and effect on daily functioning.

These related entries share a topic but may describe different kinds of finding, context or clinical task. Open each definition before treating the terms as interchangeable.

Source checking confirms that the published wording is supported by the cited material. It does not mean specialist clinical approval; new wording remains approval pending.

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare: Alcohol and other drug treatment services glossary

Clinical finding · Australian terminology

Craving

Definition

A strong desire or urge to use a substance.

Topic: Substance use

Source linked1 covered source

A strong desire or urge to use a substance. The term should be interpreted alongside the person's account, the observed context and other relevant clinical information.

Record what was reported and what was observed separately where that distinction matters.
Describe change over time, relevant context and effect on daily functioning.

These related entries share a topic but may describe different kinds of finding, context or clinical task. Open each definition before treating the terms as interchangeable.

Source checking confirms that the published wording is supported by the cited material. It does not mean specialist clinical approval; new wording remains approval pending.

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare: Alcohol and other drug treatment services glossary