Methadone Is Often Freely Given to Addicts as Part of a Harm-Reduction

question 496

True/False

Methadone is often freely given to addicts as part of a harm-reduction strategy meant to reduce the negative consequences of addiction without requiring drug abstinence.

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Definitions:

Angina

A condition marked by severe pain in the chest, often also spreading to the shoulders, arms, and neck, caused by an inadequate blood supply to the heart.

Crisis Situation

A critical or intense point in a situation that requires immediate attention and action to prevent or mitigate damage.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality or facts, acting as if a painful event, thought, or feeling did not exist.

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