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Addictive Behavior

Scope Note: 
Compulsive, uncontrollable urge to use substances (such as alcohol) or engage in activities (such as gambling) despite actual or potential negative physical, emotional, psychological, or social consequences for oneself or others. Consequences may include physiological or psychological dependence. If applicable, use the Descriptors "Drug Addiction" and "Alcoholism." From 2004-2008, this concept may have been indexed under "Substance Abuse."
Category: Social Problems
Broader Terms
Behavior Disorders
Self Destructive Behavior
Narrower Terms
N/A
Use this term instead of
Addiction (2004)
Addictions (2004)
Dependence (2004)
Related Terms
Alcoholism
Behavior Modification
Behavior Problems
Drug Addiction
Eating Disorders
Health Behavior
Inhalants
Intervention
Psychological Patterns
Rehabilitation
Risk
Self Control
Smoking
Substance Abuse
Added to ERIC: 6/5/2002