Addiction and Dependence
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Q. How many of the following statements are incorrect regarding the adolescence period of an individual?
I - During adolescence, there is attainment of sexual maturity
II - Several behavioural and biological changes occur within an individual during the adolescence period
III - The period between 17-20 years of age is considered to be the adolescence period
IV - Adolescence is a vulnerable phase of mental development of an individual
I - During adolescence, there is attainment of sexual maturity
II - Several behavioural and biological changes occur within an individual during the adolescence period
III - The period between 17-20 years of age is considered to be the adolescence period
IV - Adolescence is a vulnerable phase of mental development of an individual
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Which of the following statements are true in relation to addiction and dependence?
Addiction is a psychological attachment to certain effects and dependence is the tendency of the body to manifest a characteristic and unpleasant withdrawal syndrome on discontinuing drugs.
Dependence is a psychological attachment to certain effects and addiction is the tendency of the body to manifest a characteristic and unpleasant withdrawal syndrome.
Addiction causes effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being and dependence leads to anxiety, nausea, sweating and shakiness.
Dependence causes effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being and addiction leads to anxiety, nausea, sweating and shakiness.
