The Habitual or Compulsive Use of a Drug That Is

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Multiple Choice

The habitual or compulsive use of a drug that is accompanied by signs of physiological dependence is called ______.

• A) substance misuse
• B) substance abuse
• C) tolerance
• D) addiction

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Definitions:

Nature

The inborn, innate character of an organism.

Biological Structures

Complex formations within living organisms that perform specific functions, ranging from cells to organ systems.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and sexual development and function.

Ductless Glands

Glands that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream rather than through ducts, also known as endocrine glands.