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Drug abuse is defined as __________.

A.
the consumption of legal drugs for medical purposes
B.
the consumption of illegal drugs for medical purposes
C.
the nonmedical or improper use of a drug, which can interfere with a healthy life
D.
using drugs on an occasional basis until mood is altered

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Drug abuse is defined as the nonmedical or improper use of a drug, which can interfere with a healthy life. Correct answer: C It denotes the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances. This brain disorder and addiction is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences.

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