Jerome has been drinking daily for many years.He finds that over time,he has had to increase the amount he drinks to feel the same buzz.This is an example of ____.

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Tolerance refers to the phenomenon where an individual requires larger amounts of a substance to achieve the same effects as previously experienced with a smaller amount. This is a hallmark feature of substance use disorders, and is often seen in individuals who abuse alcohol or drugs for prolonged periods of time. Therefore, Jerome experiencing the need to increase the amount he drinks to feel the same buzz is an example of tolerance.

Jerome Has Been Drinking Daily for Many Years