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Understanding Drug Addiction: Physiological and Psychological Dependencies Explained

This article explores the concept of drug addiction, detailing the gateway habit that leads to stronger substance use. It highlights how drugs cause chemical changes in the body and create both physiological and psychological dependence. Readers will learn about the effects of withdrawal symptoms, tolerance, and the compulsive need for substances despite awareness of their harmful effects. This comprehensive overview aims to increase awareness and understanding of addiction's complexities and its impact on individuals' lives.

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Understanding Drug Addiction: Physiological and Psychological Dependencies Explained

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  1. Gateway Habit DRUG A constant, often unconscious inclination to perform an act. Acquired through frequent repetition. A drug that leads to the increased chance of using a stronger, more dangerous drug. Anything you put in your body that causes a chemical change, but is NOT a food. Physiological Dependence Addiction Even though they know it is bad for them, people need and want the drug all the time and have trouble coping without it. The body feels good because of a drug and has trouble feeling good without it. Withdrawals- shake, tremble, itch, feel sick. Chem Ed Important Terms Psychological Dependence Tolerance In order to cope with everyday stress, conflicts, and decisions, the person needs the drug; cannot mentally function without it. Withdrawals- cry, scream, aggression, depression. When the body needs more and more of a drug to get the same effect.

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