Substance Abuse and Associated Problems
What is the basic difference between the terms physiologic dependence, psychological dependence, and addiction? Physiologic dependence: - the body has adapted to the drug so that discontinuing use will result in withdrawal signs such as tremors and cramps. Psychological dependence: - a continuing desire to take the drug so as to function. Addiction: - the uncontrollable compulsion to use the substance often, with serious consequences for the indiv
Escuela, estudio y materia
- Institución
- Chamberlain College Nursing
- Grado
- - NURSING NR326
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- Subido en
- 15 de noviembre de 2022
- Número de páginas
- 1
- Escrito en
- 2022/2023
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- Examen
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substance abuse
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drug and substance abuse
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substance abuse and associated problems
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problems associated with drug abuse