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Impairment in social and occupational functioning resulting from the
pathological and “compulsive” use of a substance. The concept is closely related
to the definition of substance dependence, which has similar symptoms of
impairment but may include evidence of physiological tolerance or withdrawal.
Typical symptoms of abuse include failure to fulfill major role obligations at
work, school, or home; recurrent use of the substance in situations where such
use is physically hazardous; substance-related legal problems ; and continued
use even though it exaggerates interpersonal problems.
See also dependence, substance.
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