drug abuse

Definition / meaning of drug abuse

The use of illegal drugs or the use of prescription or over-the-counter drugs for purposes other than those for which they are meant to be used, or in large amounts. Drug abuse may lead to social, physical, emotional, and job-related problems.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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