Addiction
Medical term · A
Loss of control over indulging in a substance or performing an action or behavior, and continued craving for it despite negative consequences.
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CravingIntense, often irrepressible urge for something; often a symptom of dependence on drugs, alcohol or addiction.
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D2 receptorA type of dopamine receptor (see neurotransmitter receptors) that seems to be particularly important in addiction.
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DenialA defense mechanism characterized by the inability to recognize or admit that addiction is the cause of problems, rather than a solution or mere byproduct. Denial can also refer…
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Expression hoppingA common phenomenon whereby people jump to a different expression of addiction. For example, people with heroin addiction might transition to alcohol addiction. Hopping is…