Question

Which characteristic is associated wit drug abuse?

Answer 1

There are several characteristics associated with drug abuse and they are given below.

Explanation:

Drug addicted people shows several symptoms. These symptoms are in fact the characteristics of drug abuse. Cravings and withdrawal is a symptom of drug abuse.

When addicted the craving for drugs increases and it soon becomes a need rather than a want. When trying to quit the use the people have to suffer panic attacks, nausea, anxiety etc.

These are examples of withdrawals symptoms. Growing tolerance, appearance changes and reduced immunity are other symptoms. Continuous drug use increases the tolerance level of people and overtime they get forced to use increased doses. The appearance of people changes due to drug abuse.  

Hair loss, dry eyes, pale skin etc are some examples of appearance changes. The immune system of people addicted to drugs also will turn weak overtime.  

Answer 2

Answer:

All drug dependency exhibits similar characteristics, Chronic, progressive, and relapsing disease, Biological, psychological, and sociological components, Denial, Lying and deceit, Continuation despite negative consequences, Changes in normal behavior