Sensitivity analyses were conducted examining associations between TE load, PTSD symptoms, and alternative substance-related outcomes, including any AUD (alcohol abuse or dependence), any MUD (marijuana abuse or dependence), and any SUD, to allow comparison to similar studies (e.g., 19). Given the recent impetus to examine SUDs as graded variables (e.g., 42), we also analyzed severity scores (number of criteria endorsed) for AD, AUD, ND, MD, and MUD.
