Wolf has been using crack cocaine for over a year to help him have the alert, extraverted personality he needs at his job. He has been trying to stop, but his cravings are so strong that he lies, steals, and intimidates others to get more drugs. Which of the following terms best describes Wolf's experience?

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Wolf's behavior of lying, stealing, and intimidating to get more drugs indicates dependence, which is characterized by a strong craving for the drug, inability to quit or control use, and continuing to use despite negative consequences. Cocaine intoxication refers to the acute effects of using cocaine, such as euphoria and increased energy, and would not explain Wolf's ongoing behavior. Cocaine craving and cocaine psychosis are not the most accurate terms to describe Wolf's experience, as they do not encompass the full range of symptoms he is exhibiting.

Wolf Has Been Using Crack Cocaine for Over a Year