Substance Abuse Terminology and Drug Identification

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A disease that someone has when they are completely dependent on alcohol.

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Alcoholism

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Obsessive thinking and compulsive need for drugs, alcohol, or anything, even if it results in a negative consequence.

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Addiction

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The use of a drug or alcohol in amounts or by methods that are harmful to the individual or others.

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Abuse

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A disease in which abnormal cells in one or both lungs grow rapidly and form a mass or tumor.

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Lung cancer

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A disease in which the air flow to and from the lungs is blocked; can be triggered by inhaling smoke.

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Asthma

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A chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways, causing recurring periods of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing.

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Chronic bronchitis

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A condition characterized by swelling and irritation of the bronchial tube.

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Chronic bronchitis

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Items like cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless tobacco (chew, snuff, snus), as well as newer options like E-cigarettes or hookahs.

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Tobacco Products

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A substance or preparation used to treat, alleviate, or prevent disease or symptoms.

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Medication & Drugs

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A class of drugs, prescribed as a pain reliever and illicit drugs like heroin. Derived from the opium poppy plant.

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Tobacco Products