Rolland experiences negative symptoms, including headaches and irritability, when he does not consume alcohol. A health psychologist evaluating Rolland would describe this symptom as ______.

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Rolland's experience of negative symptoms when not consuming alcohol is indicative of withdrawal, which is a hallmark symptom of alcohol dependence. Dependence involves physiological and psychological reliance on a drug, which can lead to withdrawal symptoms when the drug is discontinued. The other options (abuse and tolerance) do not fully capture Rolland's symptom of experiencing negative effects when not consuming alcohol.

Rolland Experiences Negative Symptoms, Including Headaches and Irritability, When He