An example of a "chronic" effect of a drug would be:

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Cirrhosis of the liver is a long-term, chronic effect of drug abuse, especially with prolonged use of substances like alcohol or opiates. Getting high or intoxicated is an acute effect, while ataxia or motor discoordination may not necessarily be a chronic effect but rather an immediate or short-term effect. Dying of an overdose is an acute effect, and E is not a valid option since there must be at least one correct answer.

An Example of a "Chronic" Effect of a Drug Would