Verb1.detox- treat for alcohol or drug dependence; "He was detoxified in the clinic" detoxify care for,treat- provide treatment for; "The doctor treated my broken leg"; "The nurses cared for the bomb victims"; "The patient must be treated right away or she will die"; "Treat the infe...
Repeated drug use physically changes dopamine receptors, reducing sensitivity and leading to tolerance (needing more of the substance to achieve the same effect). Over time, natural rewards (like food and social interaction) become less pleasurable, reinforcing drug-seeking behavior. Withdrawal symptoms...