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An altered physiological state that develops to compensate for persistent drug exposure and that gives rise to a withdrawal syndrome upon cessation of drug exposure. Dependence may contribute to the dysphoria (negative or aversive emotional state) and high rates of relapse seen during early phases of withdrawal. Depression A mental state of depressed mood characterized by feelings of sadness, despair and discouragement. ...
Ãâó: www3.utsouthwestern.edu/molpsych/Gloss_01.htm
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Dependence develops when taken for a long period of time or at high dosages and is associated with the development of tolerance. The mechanism of tolerance to the benzodiazepines involves receptor adaptation, it is not caused by an increase in liver enzymes like the barbiturates. The withdrawal symptoms associated with dependence to the benzodiazepines are:
Ãâó: www.viterbo.edu/personalpages/faculty/DWillman/p43...
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As defined in the DSM-IV is a pathological, progressive and chronic process, coupled with a compulsion and obsession to obtain alcohol and/or drugs. Loss of control over use or alcohol and/or drug induced behavior. Continued use despite consequences. Also charatorized by development of tolerance and dependency.
Ãâó: comnet.org/hnv/definitions.php
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A corollary of dominance: A situation in which the LDC's have to rely on developed-country domestic and international economic policy to stimulate their own economic growth. Dependence can also mean that the LDC's adopt developed (Western) education systems, technology, economic and political systems, attitudes, consumption patterns and dress etc.
Ãâó: www.resist.org.uk/reports/background/econterms.htm...
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