Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134183268
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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Summary Introduction

To discuss: The characteristic features of  addiction

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Addiction is a chronic and complex disease that affects the function of the human brain and results in serious damage to relationships, families, neighborhoods, and workplace. This can be prevented by appropriate healthcare professionals in combination with peer or family support.

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