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Some nuances can make it difficult to determine if someone is addicted or dependent on a substance. The longer a person uses a drug, the more likely their dependency will become an addiction. On the other hand, dependence refers strictly to a physical need for a substance. Could someone who is dependent on alcohol or drugs be diagnosed as having