Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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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To discuss: The concept of drug abuse

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Drug addiction is defined as a chronic mental health disorder that affects almost every family and community in some way.

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