Posted by James K on January 6, 2006, at 8:22:35
In reply to Re: When are benzos justified?, posted by Glydin on January 5, 2006, at 19:31:42
> I think there is alot of confusion and misinformation regarding how the word "addiction" is used when speaking of meds with addiction/abuse potential.
---Was this directed at my post? I know the difference between medical dependence and addiction. I was attempting to point out that the young people around here take "bars" (xanax) by the handfuls, and they have high street value. I've never seen this with klonopin. I will try to be more precise in the future. I said it was only my opinion between the two medicines.
If you were just trying to give the gentleman more information, and I'm just feeling paranoid, let me apologize in advance. It's been a tense space around here. I'm already sorry.
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> Medical dependence is the legit approiate use of a chemical to treat symptoms.
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> Addiction is hallmarked by four characteristics: Psych-Social disruption, Drug seeking behavior, Inapproiate use, Tolerance.
poster:James K
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