Which of the following terms applies to the use of illicit substances or the misuse of controlled substances, alcohol, or other drugs?
A)chemical coping
B)drug addiction
C)substance abuse
D)dependence

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Substance abuse refers to the use of illicit substances or the misuse of controlled substances, alcohol, or other drugs. Chemical coping refers to the use of legal drugs for stress relief or emotional management, whereas drug addiction and dependence denote a more severe and chronic pattern of drug use.

Which of the Following Terms Applies to the Use of Illicit