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KembaraXtra - Medical Terms - addiction
Addiction is a state of dependence that develops through repeated use of substances such as drugs or engagement in certain behaviours like gambling. It involves both physical and psychological components, including a strong desire or compulsion to continue the activity or substance use.
Individuals with addiction may experience withdrawal symptoms when the substance or behaviour is stopped, as well as tolerance, meaning increasing amounts are needed to achieve the same effect. Addiction often leads to impaired control, social and psychological consequences, and continued use despite harm. Treatment focuses on reducing or stopping the behaviour and managing withdrawal, with the aim of achieving partial or complete abstinence.
Addiction is a state of dependence that develops through repeated use of substances such as drugs or engagement in certain behaviours like gambling. It involves both physical and psychological components, including a strong desire or compulsion to continue the activity or substance use.
Individuals with addiction may experience withdrawal symptoms when the substance or behaviour is stopped, as well as tolerance, meaning increasing amounts are needed to achieve the same effect. Addiction often leads to impaired control, social and psychological consequences, and continued use despite harm. Treatment focuses on reducing or stopping the behaviour and managing withdrawal, with the aim of achieving partial or complete abstinence.
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