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.

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Dependence is a psychological attachment to certain effects and addiction is the tendency of the body to manifest a characteristic and unpleasant withdrawal syndrome.

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Addiction causes effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being and dependence leads to anxiety, nausea, sweating and shakiness.

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Dependence causes effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being and addiction leads to anxiety, nausea, sweating and shakiness.

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Solution

The correct option is C
Addiction causes effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being and dependence leads to anxiety, nausea, sweating and shakiness.

Drugs and alcohol are highly addictive in nature. Addiction is a psychological attachment to certain effects such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being. The addictive potential of drugs and alcohol, compels the user to their regular use (abuse) from which he/she may not be able to get out. Dependence is the tendency of the body to manifest a characteristic and unpleasant withdrawal syndrome if regular dose of drugs/alcohol is abruptly discontinued.

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