The early physical-dependence theories of drug addiction were discredited by the observation that
A) detoxified addicts almost always return to their drug-taking habits.
B) if addicts withdraw over a long period, withdrawal symptoms are more severe.
C) drug addicts who are kept from using drugs for a year or more almost always permanently kick the habit.
D) both A and B
E) both B and C

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Detoxified addicts often return to drug use, indicating that addiction is not solely due to physical dependence or withdrawal symptoms.

The Early Physical-Dependence Theories of Drug Addiction Were Discredited by the Observation