Asked by Jocefa Paz-Vasquez on Jul 03, 2024
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Which statement most accurately describes substance addiction?
A) A chronic, relapsing brain disease associated with craving and a lack of control over use of a substance.
B) A disorder associated with tolerance to a substance as well as withdrawal symptoms if use is abruptly discontinued.
C) Behaviors associated with habitual use of a substance for the single purpose of altering one's mood, emotion, or state of consciousness.
D) A behavioral disorder associated with selected personality features.
Substance Addiction
A complex condition characterized by compulsive drug use despite harmful consequences, reflecting a neurological impairment leading to behavioral challenges.
Tolerance
The ability or willingness to tolerate the existence of opinions or behavior that one dislikes or disagrees with.
Withdrawal Symptoms
Physical or psychological symptoms that occur after stopping or reducing intake of a substance that was used regularly.
- Recognize the characteristics and treatment of substance addiction.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the characteristics and treatment of substance addiction.
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