Substance Cessation

Minimal Substance Cessation

Expressions activating this band mention substance use, its effects, or related concerns without a clear focus on stopping or sustained reduction. The content may include use patterns, consequences, or vague concern about use rather than active discontinuation.

Emerging Substance Cessation

Expressions activating this band describe early quitting efforts or relapse-prevention concerns, including unsuccessful attempts to cut down, criticism prompting change, or seeking help to avoid returning to prior use. Stopping is present as an intention or struggle rather than a settled outcome.

Established Substance Cessation

Expressions activating this band describe concrete stopping or reduction decisions, including when use ended, whether stopping was voluntary, and whether treatment or professional advice shaped the change. The expression centers on an identifiable act of discontinuation or reduction.

High Substance Cessation

Expressions activating this band focus directly on reasons for quitting or reducing substance use and frame cessation as the main topic. The expression emphasizes deliberate discontinuation, often with explicit motives for stopping.

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