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bobypop

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Explain the difference between physical dependence on a drug and psychological dependence on a drug.
 
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Question 2

In the early 1800s, _____________ was the medical doctor's most reliable and effective medicine that was used for a variety of conditions, but mainly for pain relief.
 
  A. alcohol
  B. marijuana
  C. barbiturates
  D. opium


nhea

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

In physical dependence, when a person stops taking the drug a set of physiological symptoms will appear as the drug level in the system drops (withdrawal). Symptoms disappear when the drug is taken again. In psychological dependence, when a person takes a drug (behavioral act), they receive a consequence such as a feeling of euphoria, perhaps. This consequence increases the likelihood that the drug will be taken again. Thus, the behavior is being reinforced by the consequence.

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