When an individual exhibits a progressively decreased responsiveness to a drug, this phenomenon is called:

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Tolerance is defined as a progressively decreased responsiveness to a drug, meaning the individual needs higher doses to achieve the same effects as before. This is a common phenomenon in drug use and can potentially lead to dependence and addiction. Psychosocial adaptation and abuse are not related to this particular phenomenon, and there is no such thing as drug immunity syndrome.

When an Individual Exhibits a Progressively Decreased Responsiveness to a Drug