The nurse clarifies terms relative to substance abuse.Match the option with the definition.

-Needs substance to feel good

Question

The nurse clarifies terms relative to substance abuse.Match the option with the definition.

-Needs substance to feel good

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Psychological dependence refers to the emotional and mental reliance on a substance to feel good or cope with stress.

Answer: C 
 Addiction refers to a severe and compulsive dependence on a substance, leading to negative consequences in multiple areas of life.

Answer: D 
 Tolerance refers to the body's adaptation to a substance, requiring higher doses to achieve the desired effects.

Answer: E 
 Withdrawal refers to unpleasant physical and psychological symptoms experienced when a person stops using a substance after a period of heavy use.

Option A (Abuse) is not matched with a definition.

The Nurse Clarifies Terms Relative to Substance Abuse