Asked by Latsanida Sithammarath on Sep 29, 2024

Alex is a drug addict who is currently experiencing nausea,cramps,tremors,and pain.Which term best describes this experience

A)  tolerance
B)  intoxication 
C)  withdrawal
D)  psychological dependence

Drug Addict

An individual who has developed a psychological and/or physical dependence on illegal or prescription drugs.

Withdrawal

The physical and/or emotional symptoms experienced when a person stops using a substance on which they have become dependent.

Tremors

Involuntary, rhythmic muscle contractions leading to shaking movements in one or more parts of the body, often indicative of neurological conditions or responses.

  • Understand the evolution of drug tolerance and dependence, differentiating between psychological and physiological dimensions.