According to the comparison of drugs in your textbook, which of the following drugs leads to a psychological dependence but does NOT appear to lead to a physical addiction?
A)psilocybin
B)cocaine
C)alcohol
D)nicotine

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Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in certain mushrooms, is known to cause significant psychological effects, including alterations in perception, mood, and thought. While it can lead to psychological dependence in some users, seeking the experience it provides, there is little evidence to suggest that it causes physical addiction, where the body becomes physically dependent on the substance to function normally. Cocaine, alcohol, and nicotine, on the other hand, are well-documented to cause both psychological dependence and physical addiction.

According to the Comparison of Drugs in Your Textbook, Which