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"Addiction"

By Terry Martin, About.com

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Definition:
Addiction is defined as the compulsive physiological and psychological need for a habit-forming substance.

See also: The Effects of Nicotine Addiction

Updated: 12-5-2005

Examples: A long-term tobacco user suffers from nicotine addiction.

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