When people feel powerless to resist drugs, either because they want to experience the effects of the drugs or they want to avoid the consequences of withdrawal, they are on the ______
Pathway of drug dependence.
A) toxic use
B) addiction or dependence
C) routine use
D) experimentation

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Addiction or dependence is characterized by a feeling of powerlessness to resist drugs, as individuals continue to use them despite negative consequences. This involves both physical and psychological dependence, where a person experiences withdrawal symptoms when attempting to stop use, and may also crave the drug intensely. The other options do not capture the same level of difficulty in stopping drug use or the negative consequences associated with repeated use.

When People Feel Powerless to Resist Drugs, Either Because They