Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134183268
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 7, Problem 1PQ
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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