Question

question 3 of 6
what best describes the term \drug tolerance\?

• state of being emotionally connected to oneself
• returning to drug use while trying to stop taking drugs
• needing more of a drug over time to get the same effect
• symptoms experienced when someone suddenly stops taking drugs

Explanation:

• "State of being emotionally connected to oneself" is not related to drug tolerance.
• "Returning to drug use while trying to stop taking drugs" describes relapse, not tolerance.
• "Needing more of a drug over time to get the same effect" matches the definition of drug tolerance, as the body adapts and requires higher doses for the same response.
• "Symptoms experienced when someone suddenly stops taking drugs" refers to withdrawal, not tolerance.

Answer:

C. Needing more of a drug over time to get the same effect (assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with C being the correct one as per the explanation)