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Depending on the drug, the dose used, and a number of other factors physical dependence may not occur at all although when it does occur it typically requires at least several weeks of continuious use for physical dependence to start to set in. Continuous use of opioids, corticosteroids, beta- blockers, and alcohol nearly always lead to physical dependence sooner or later. Other drugs like benzodiazepines, contrary to popular belief, actually only cause significant physical dependence in about 1/3 of long-term users (even as long as two or more years). However people that abuse benzodiazepines and similar drugs have a greater chance of becoming physically dependent. It should also be clear that physical dependence is not that same as addiction. Many drugs including corticosteroids are not drugs of abuse yet continuous use can cause physical dependence in a matter of days when taken in moderate to large doses. Addiction is psychological dependence however many addicts addicted to drugs that tend to cause physical dependence like opioids will also be physically dependent. However most people prescribed opioids for a legitimate needed for a protracted period do not become addicted but do become physically dependent.

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Is psychological dependence on a drug marked by a state of mental and physical abnormality when the drug is withdrawn?

No. Physical dependence on a drug is marked by a state of mental and physical abnormality when the drug is withdrawn.


What kind of dependence is it when a person believes the he or ashe needs a drug in order to feel good or function normally?

A psychological dependence is a person's belief that he or she needs a drug to feel good or to function normally. A physical dependence is a condition where a person has a physical or chemical dependence on the drug.


What is a physical dependence on a drug?

To be dependant enough on an opioid that you begin to feel physical affects, such as withdrawl and may not be able to function without the drug.


What is Possession of a drug of dependence?

Having a drug dependence is an addiction.


During psychological dependence a drug user feels the need to take a drug even though there is no physical need?

that is correct


Drug addiction drug tolerance and psychological addiction?

Tolerance to a drug (so that higher and higher amounts are needed in order to obtain the same initial effect) and dependence - both are part of the physical addiction. Psychological addiction does not involve physical tolerance and dependence, but can be difficult to treat, unless there is motivation to kick the habit.


What is relationship between genetics and possible drug dependence?

genetics correlate with drug dependence


The higher the tolerance and dependence of a drug the?

Tolerance and dependence of a drug is a trademark of addiction. The tolerance of a drug builds in which case a person needs more of the drug in their system. The dependence on a drug, is the need for the drug in which to feel like you are living a normal life.


Is there a physical dependence of LSD?

No, there is no physical dependence associated with LSD.


A drug that contains a small amount of narcotics with limited physical or psychological dependence is a Schedule?

IV Schedule 4


What are the term related to drug dependence?

It is drug addiction.


What is psychological dependence on a drug?

You can not be psychologically dependent on a drug. Dependence is a medical term form for a person who physically withdraws when they stop the use of a drug. Now if you are psychologically addicted to a drug, you can find your identity being lost to a near impossible to feed hunger that only gets worse. If you feel that you are constantly in need of more, than get help immediately. The longer you wait, the worse it is.