After reading this chapter, the student should be able to:
- Discuss underlying causes of addiction.
- Compare and contrast psychological and physical dependence.
- Compare and contrast classic and conditioned withdrawal.
- Explain the significance of drug tolerance to pharmacotherapy.
- Explain the major characteristics of abuse, dependence, and tolerance resulting from the following substances:
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Alcohol
- Nicotine
- Marijuana
- Hallucinogens
- CNS stimulants
- Sedatives
- Opioids
