Describing addiction

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What is physical dependence? 
When the body is dependant on the drug which can lead to withdrawal symptoms
What is physiological dependence
A mental state where a central part of an individuals thoughts and feeling revolve around the drug which can lead to dependency on the drug
When does tolerance occur?
When the body becomes used to the substance so larger quantifies are needed to feel the effect
When do withdrawal symptoms occur?
When an individual stops taking the substance which can lead to symptoms such as insomnia and anxiety occur
What are acute withdrawal symptoms? 
Occurs during the first few hours where the physical craving are intense
What are post-acute withdrawal symptoms?
Occur after a while where the brain begins to re-organise and re-balance itself as a result of drug not being present
What are cravings?
An intense desire to repeat the experience associated with the substance which can lead to dependence and intensified withdrawal symptom