A patient has smoked two packs of cigarettes daily for many years.When the patient tries to reduce smoking,he experiences anxiety,craving,poor concentration,and headache.This scenario describes:

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Nicotine meets the criteria for a "substance," the criterion for dependence (tolerance)is present,and withdrawal symptoms are noted with abstinence or reduction of dose.The scenario does not meet criteria for substance abuse,intoxication,or recreational use of a social drug.

A Patient Has Smoked Two Packs of Cigarettes Daily for Many