Differentiating Opioid Dependence from Addiction: Understanding Variances
Opioid dependence refers to a physical reliance on opioids to function normally. When someone becomes dependent on opioids, their body adapts to the presence of the drug, leading to withdrawal symptoms when opioid use is reduced or stopped. Dependence can occur even when opioids are used as prescribed for a legitimate medical condition. On the […]
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