According to the incentive-sensitization theory of drug addiction,as a drug-addicted habitually consumes the drug,the
A) positive-incentive value of taking the drug increases.
B) hedonic value of taking the drug decreases.
C) positive-incentive value of taking the drug decreases.
D) both A and B
E) both B and C

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The incentive-sensitization theory of drug addiction posits that over time, the anticipated pleasure or positive-incentive value of taking the drug increases due to heightened craving, while the actual pleasure experienced or hedonic value decreases, leading to a cycle of increased drug-seeking behavior despite diminishing rewards.

According to the Incentive-Sensitization Theory of Drug Addiction,as a Drug-Addicted