Problems in relationships, missing work, failing exams, putting yourself or others in danger . . . These could all be consequences of

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Substance abuse is a pattern of using drugs or alcohol in a way that negatively impacts one's life, including relationships, work, and academic performance. It can also put oneself and others in danger. Habituation refers to getting used to the effects of a substance, tolerance refers to the body's decreasing response to a substance over time, and substance dependence involves impaired control over one's use of a substance. Substance intoxication refers to the acute effects of a substance, such as feeling drunk or high.

Problems in Relationships, Missing Work, Failing Exams, Putting Yourself or Others