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substance abuse

noun

  1. long-term, pathological use of alcohol or drugs, characterized by daily intoxication, inability to reduce consumption, and impairment in social or occupational functioning; broadly, alcohol or drug addiction.


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He argued his client's mental health would deteriorate and, upon his release on licence in July, he might return to substance abuse to cope.

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The patient, who has a history of substance abuse and has been detained under the Mental Health Act a number of times, was around eight weeks pregnant in June 2024.

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The Vivienne was praised for raising awareness of substance abuse during their time competing on series one of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, where they openly discussed how they sought help for their ketamine addiction.

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She said schools are likely to continue to see children acting out for many months to come, including withdrawal, problems on the playground and, for teenagers, more substance abuse.

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Later in life, he struggled with substance abuse.

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