Which of the Following Is a Common Myth Regarding Drug

question 134

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common myth regarding drug dependence?

• A)If a drug does not produce tolerance or withdrawal, you can't become dependent on it.
• B)People can become highly dependent on drugs that produce only mild withdrawal.
• C)Psychological dependence is the major cause of drug addiction.
• D)Psychological dependence is part of the definition of substance dependence.

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