Abstract
Mechanism of Addictive Disorders
Author(s): Paul LinksAddictive disorders, such as substance abuse and dependency, are general conditions characterised by excessive use of alcohol and/or narcotics. Drug addiction, also known as opioid use disorder, is a condition that affects a person's brain and actions, resulting in an inability to regulate the use of any drug or medicine, whether legal or illegal. Drugs include substances such as alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine.