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  1. Addiction is a state of dependence caused by
  2. habitual use of drugs, alcohol, or other 
  3. "addictive" substances. It is characterized
  4. by uncontrolled craving, tolerance, and 
  5. symptoms of withdrawal when access is denied.
  6. Habitual use produces changes in body 
  7. chemistry and treatment must be geared to a
  8. gradual reduction in dosage.
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  10. Subject by: Vince Pike
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