What are the difference between Addiction and Dependence in Drugs?

1.	What are the difference between Addiction and Dependence in Drugs?
Answer» Addiction and Dependence : Addiction is a psychological attachment to certain effects –such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being – associated with drugs and alcohol. Withdrawal syndrome : if regular dose of drugs/alcohol is abruptly discontinued. This is characterised by anxiety, shakiness, nausea and sweating, which may be relieved when use is resumed again.

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Addiction and Dependence :

Addiction is a psychological attachment to certain effects –such as euphoria and a temporary feeling of well-being – associated with drugs and alcohol.

Withdrawal syndrome : if regular dose of drugs/alcohol is abruptly discontinued. This is characterised by anxiety, shakiness, nausea and sweating, which may be relieved when use is resumed again.

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