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Any substance that causes a change in a person's physical or psychological state. |
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A dependence on a substance, such as alcohol or drugs. |
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A toxic, addictive chemical that is found in tobacco and that is one of the major contributions to the harmful effects of smoking. |
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A disorder in which a person repeatedly drinks alcoholic beverages in an amount that interferes with the person's health and activities. |
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A drug that is derived from opium and that relieves pain and induces sleep, examples include heroine, morphine, and codeine. |
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The science of health and ways to preserve health. |
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Physical exercise intended to increasse the activity of the heart and lungs to promote the body's use of oxygen. |
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A physical or mental response to pressure. |
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