Question

What is differnce between drug abuse and drug addiction

Answer 1

Drug abuse:-Abuse implies that your use of a chemical substance is putting you neglect important commitments at home, school or work. A person who is abusing alcohol or drugs may :- 1.Miss work frequently because he is incapacitated or needs to score. 2. Fail to pick up kids from school because she's too drunk to drive. 3.Get arrested for drug or alcohol related behavior., 4.Drive drunk on a regular basis. 5.Argue with a spouse over drug use. "*A person who is addicted **:- 1.Tolerance, defined by using more to achieve desired effect or a diminished effect by using the same amount is present. 2. Withdrawal::- defined by having withdrawal symptoms when not using or using to avoid is present. 3.The substance is taken in higher amount or for a longer period of time than the user intended. 4.User unsuccessfully tried to cut down the amount of use.5.Social activities, work and recreational activities are given up or reduced because of it.6.Despite knowing negative physical and physiological consequences, one continue to use. *****Neither drug abuse nor addiction is a moral weakness.***If you feel that you are suffering from it and want a way out,through treatment,you can begin your successful road to recovery. HOPE IT HELPS.

Answer 2

Hey friend,

Here is the answer you are searching for,

Use of any drug for purpose other than medicinal use is known as drug abuse.

Once a person starts taking drugs they come physically or psychologically dependent on the drugs. This dependence is known as addiction.

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