Which of the Following Withdrawal Characteristics Can Result from the Abrupt

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following withdrawal characteristics can result from the abrupt cessation or reduction of high-dose depressant usage?

• A) The withdrawal symptoms associated with depressants are more serious than those of any other drugs of abuse.
• B) Convulsions can be experienced that are indistinguishable from those occurring in grand mal epilepsy.
• C) Detoxification and treatment must be carried out under close medical supervision.
• D) Both A and C.
• E) All of the above.

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