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What are indicators that one has an addiction to a controlled substance?

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Inability to stop: People with addiction use substances or engage in behaviors that become compulsive and often continue despite harmful consequences. Adopted by the ASAM Board of Directors September 15, 2019 , best wishes

Answered 2/4/2020

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unable to control: Behavior towards use of drugs that is obviously harmful and against medical advice.

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