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Addiction Quiz

What Do You Know About Addiction?

Addiction is a long-term (chronic) brain disease that is also called substance abuse disorder. It can be caused by using too much of a drug or alcohol. Over time, addiction changes the structure and function of the brain. Find out more about addiction by taking this quiz.

2. Addiction is usually progressive and continues to get worse over time.
4. People often develop addiction in a day or two.
6. People have addiction (substance abuse disorder) when their use continues despite negative effects on their life.
7. Addiction can be overcome with treatment.