A state characterized by compulsive drug use despite harmful consequences and which produces psychophysiological changes in the user is known as ______.

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Drug dependence is a condition where an individual has a compulsive drug use despite harmful consequences, and it leads to psychophysiological changes. Drug abuse is using the drug in a way that is not consistent with medical guidelines while drug use can take different forms, including drug abuse and drug dependence. Maturing out is the process where individuals gradually stop their drug use as they transition into adulthood.

A State Characterized by Compulsive Drug Use Despite Harmful Consequences