Kevin is preoccupied with gambling,and his persistent urges to gamble are so strong that he continues even after losing large sums of money.Kevin most clearly shows signs of
A) withdrawal.
B) addiction.
C) reuptake.
D) intoxication.

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Kevin's strong urges and continuation of gambling despite losing large sums of money are hallmark signs of addiction. Withdrawal refers to the physical effects that occur when someone stops using a substance, reuptake refers to a process in the brain involving neurotransmitters, and intoxication refers to the state of being under the influence of a substance.

Kevin Is Preoccupied with Gambling,and His Persistent Urges to Gamble