A Test of Lindesmith's Theory of Addiction: The Frequency of Euphoria Among Long-Term Addicts

作者: William E. McAuliffe , Robert A. Gordon

DOI: 10.1086/225628

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摘要: Lindesmith and others claim that once physical dependence is established addicts do not experience euphoria. Consequently, euphoria cannot explain chronic addiction. Data are presented to show that, contrary this view, long-term frequently, crave it, act obtain it. "Lack of money" the most important reason give for experiencing more often. Based on success in achieving euphoria, two classes identified. The sources income who often correspond those types described by as highest prestige. Analysis suggests an addict stratification system founded major psychopharmacological phenomena opiates: withdrawal Addicts barely succeed at tending their daily need avoid lowest In higher prestige ranges, stratified Thus, social well value ...

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