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Introduction
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Drug addiction is a chronic condition that refers to repeated drug abuse and dependence despite being aware of its harmful and disruptive effects. It is characterized by continued drug use even when it interferes with work performance and causes social and relationship problems. It is marked by irresistible drug intake despite its negative consequences.
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The individual has a persistent desire to take the drug and is not able to control the use despite repeated attempts. It takes a lot of time in recovering from its effects.
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Drug addiction is also called as substance or chemical dependency.
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Some of the most commonly abused drugs that can cause drug dependence are cocaine, cannabis (marijuana), caffeine, anabolic steroids, amphetamines, ecstasy (MDMA: methylene dioxy methamphetamine), hallucinogens like LSD, nicotine, opiates (heroine, codeine), sedative, hypnotics, and anti anxiety drugs. | |