Psychological dependence
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psychological-dependence-161-7716765
title:
Psychological dependence
text:
Psychological dependence is a cognitive disorder and a form of dependence that is characterized by emotional–motivational withdrawal symptoms upon cessation of prolonged drug use or certain repetitive behaviors. Consistent and frequent exposure to particular substances or behaviors is responsible for inducing psychological dependence, requiring ongoing engagement to prevent the onset of an unpleasant withdrawal syndrome driven by negative reinforcement. Neuronal counter-adaptation is believed to
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wiki
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encyclopedia
description:
Form of behavioral dependence involving emotional symptoms
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_dependence
date created:
2007-12-23T08:02:37Z
date modified:
2024-08-27T07:35:25Z
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