Opioid Misuse

Minimal Opioid Misuse

Expressions activating this band describe pain treatment, general drug exposure, or isolated mood-altering use without a clear pattern of opioid-specific misuse. The content centers on receiving help, taking medicine, or discussing substances in a broad and nonspecific way.

Mild Opioid Misuse

Expressions activating this band describe taking medicine in greater amounts than intended or using drugs outside prescription guidance, with emerging concern about inappropriate use. The misuse is present but framed as occasional overuse, unsanctioned use, or concern raised by others.

Moderate Opioid Misuse

Expressions activating this band describe recurrent nonmedical use of pain medication marked by tolerance, anxiety when medication is unavailable, or repeated use beyond prescribed limits. The experience includes growing reliance on the medication's effects and difficulty staying within intended dosing.

Severe Opioid Misuse

Expressions activating this band describe compulsive and escalating opioid use characterized by craving, concealment, dose escalation, reduced relief, and active efforts to obtain additional medication. The experience is organized around securing access to pain medication despite medical advice or ordinary supply limits.

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