Drug addiction, also referred to as substance use disorder, is dependent on legal or illicit drugs or medication. Keep in mind that alcohol and nicotine are legal substances but are also considered drugs.
When you are addicted, you cannot control your drug use, and you can continue using the drug despite the harm it causes. For example, drug addiction can cause an intense craving for the drug. You can quit smoking, but most people find that they can not do it yourself.
Drug addiction can cause serious, long-term consequences, including physical and mental health problems, relationships, employment, and the law.
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When you are addicted, you cannot control your drug use, and you can continue using the drug despite the harm it causes. For example, drug addiction can cause an intense craving for the drug. You can quit smoking, but most people find that they can not do it yourself.
Drug addiction can cause serious, long-term consequences, including physical and mental health problems, relationships, employment, and the law.
Read More: Addiction
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