Withdrawal effect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012709",
  "term": "Withdrawal effect",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The physiological and psychological disturbances experienced by an individual upon cessation or reduction of a substance after a period of dependence. These effects are a direct consequence of the body's adaptation to the substance and its subsequent attempt to re-establish normal function. The specific symptoms are characteristic of the substance involved, such as tremors from alcohol withdrawal.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "withdrawal"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 917 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/withdrawal-effect/"
}