Last updated: October 28, 2019
Key Terms
Addictive Substance
Term Defined
Definition
"Addictive substance" means a substance that causes addiction or dependence which endangers health, marked by behavioral and cognitive changes and physiological phenomena, a strong desire to consume the substance, difficulty in controlling its use, prioritizing the use of the substance over other activities, increased tolerance, and that can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Analysis
The definition of "addictive substance" is significant because Law No. 36 of 2009 authorizes the regulation of addictive substances in tobacco products.
