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... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling programs > substance abuse treatment > screening, assessment, and diagnosis > withdrawal
... > social science subjects > counseling and psychotherapy > counseling programs > substance abuse treatment > neurobiology of addiction > withdrawal

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withdrawal  

Definition

  • Withdrawal is defined as both the act of ceasing to use an addictive substance and the physiological and mental changes that accompany such discontinuation. These changes are often referred to as a physical or psychological addiction. [Source: Encyclopedia of Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, & Recovery; Withdrawal]

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