1.In your initial post, please discuss the following:

Identify any professional experience you have in the field of addictions.How do you plan to use this information in your professional life

2.Begin by answering the following questions:

What do you personally see as the difference between abuse and dependence?

Now, based on the readings, imagine you are talking to a friend about your observations of their use or abuse.

How would you explain the differences between abuse and dependence so that a clear distinction is  made.