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What constitutes drug abuse?

Options

  1. AWhen drugs are taken for medicinal use
  2. BWhen drugs are taken in amounts/frequency that impairs one’s physical, physiological or psychological function
  3. CWhen drugs are used for religious ceremonies and rituals
  4. DWhen drugs are used in folk-medicine

Correct answer

B. When drugs are taken in amounts/frequency that impairs one’s physical, physiological or psychological function

Step-by-step solution

functions Heroin is a depressant that slows down body functions.Heroin is usually taken by snorting and injectionNatural cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescences of the plant Cannabis sativa. Cannabinoids are known for their effects on the cardiovascular system of the body.Coca Alkaloid or cocaine interferes with the transport of the neuro-transmitter dopamine.Drugs like barbiturates, amphetamines, benzodiazepines, etc. that are normally used as medicines to help patients cope with mental illnesses like de

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