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Marijuana; but it does lead to mental depence. You just learn to like it a lot, like anything, say, Pizza. You aren't physically addicted to pizza, yet you'll crave it, and probably at some point say "I NEED pizza." Same thing with the good ol Mary Jane. Harmless as hell. Enjoy.
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What is the same about drug abuse drug addiction and drug dependence?
drug abuse could lead to drug addiction and dependence
Need to take a drug in order to avoid withdrawal symptoms is called?
physical dependence
In term of alcohol and drug use what is a physical dependence?
Physical dependence is the withdrawls you have when you stop using, emotional dependence is the mental obsession and compulsion to keep using. Check out narcoticsannonymous.org if you believe you have dependency issues or research al-anon if someone you love is struggling with dependency
what exactly is drug abuse?
Drug abuse happens when someone is taking a drug for fun, for a non-medical reason. Drug abuse can lead to physical harm and criminal prosecution.
Is addiction a physical dependence?
Addiction can be a physical dependence. Physical addiction is not the only form of addiction. There is also psychological addiction, which is also considered addiction. A physical dependence and a psychological dependence often coincide with one another, but they don't always have to. Usually, psychological dependence comes first. One could be addicted to alcohol psychologically, meaning they have overwhelming desire to the point that it feels like a need to drink. Drinking too much alcohol on a regular basis can lead to a physical alcohol addiction, meaning the person has to drink alcohol for their body to function. The psychological addiction may even be gone at this point, and they not want to drink anymore, however the physical addiction is still there. Another example could be in marijuana. Marijuana can be very psychologically addictive, however it causes no physical addiction. Either way, an addiction is an addiction, be it physical, psychological, or both.
Is psychological dependence on a drug marked by a state of mental and physical abnormality when the drug is withdrawn?
No. Physical dependence on a drug is marked by a state of mental and physical abnormality when the drug is withdrawn.
What is the same about drug abuse drug addiction and drug dependence?
drug abuse could lead to drug addiction and dependence
What kind of dependence is it when a person believes the he or ashe needs a drug in order to feel good or function normally?
A psychological dependence is a person's belief that he or she needs a drug to feel good or to function normally. A physical dependence is a condition where a person has a physical or chemical dependence on the drug.
What drug is least likely to lead to psychological dependence?
Loperamide (Imodium) is least likely to lead to psychological dependence, as it does not cross the blood-brain barrier to affect the central nervous system. It is primarily used to treat diarrhea.
What is a physical dependence on a drug?
To be dependant enough on an opioid that you begin to feel physical affects, such as withdrawl and may not be able to function without the drug.
Need to take a drug in order to avoid withdrawal symptoms is called?
physical dependence
During psychological dependence a drug user feels the need to take a drug even though there is no physical need?
that is correct
What is Possession of a drug of dependence?
Having a drug dependence is an addiction.
Drug addiction drug tolerance and psychological addiction?
Tolerance to a drug (so that higher and higher amounts are needed in order to obtain the same initial effect) and dependence - both are part of the physical addiction. Psychological addiction does not involve physical tolerance and dependence, but can be difficult to treat, unless there is motivation to kick the habit.
In term of alcohol and drug use what is a physical dependence?
Physical dependence is the withdrawls you have when you stop using, emotional dependence is the mental obsession and compulsion to keep using. Check out narcoticsannonymous.org if you believe you have dependency issues or research al-anon if someone you love is struggling with dependency
Is there a physical dependence of LSD?
No, there is no physical dependence associated with LSD.
What is relationship between genetics and possible drug dependence?
genetics correlate with drug dependence
