Original sentence: , according to physician's orders) is abuse according to this definition, however there is no universally accepted definition of substance abuse.All use of illicit drugs and all use of licit drugs in a manner not dictated by convention (e.Substance abuse is sometimes used as a synonym for drug abuse, drug addiction, and chemical dependency, but actually refers to the use of substances in a manner outside sociocultural conventions.Substance abuse refers to the overindulgence in and dependence on a stimulant, depressant, or other chemical substance, leading to effects that are detrimental to the individual's physical or mental health, or the welfare of others.Washington, DC
Edited sentence: , according to physician's orders) is abuse according to this definition, while in other environments the same use may not be considered abuse.For example, in some contexts all use of illicit drugs and all use of licit drugs in a manner not dictated by convention (e.In many definitions effects that are detrimental to the individual's physical or mental health, or the welfare of others are critical in characterisation of drug or substance use as 'abuse'.Likewise there is no universally accepted definition of substance abuse, even between medical or legal authorities.Recreational drug use.Responsible drug use.Substance abuse is sometimes used as a synonym for drug abuse, drug addiction, and chemical dependency, but actually refers to the use of substances in a manner outside sociocultural, legal or medical conventions.Substance abuse refers to the perceived overindulgence in and dependence on a stimulant, depressant, or other chemical substance.Washington, DC: Author