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recreational drug

any substance that is used in a nontherapeutic manner for its effects on motor, sensory, or cognitive activities or on emotional state.

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October 15th 2024

decompensation

decompensation

n. a breakdown in an individual’s defense mechanisms, resulting in progressive loss of normal functioning or worsening of psychiatric symptoms.