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I agree. The prefix "pseudo" implies that there is some normal behavior (addiction) and faked behavior (pseudoaddiction). But it's the other way around. Wanting

I agree. The prefix "pseudo" implies that there is some normal behavior (addiction) and faked behavior (pseudoaddiction). But it's the other way around. Wanting medication for legitimate reasons should be the normal behavior and faking it (addiction) the pseudo behavior.

cat199 7y ago
not defending the term or the pharma behavior, but pseudo can also mean 'similar to' or 'having the appearance of', especially in an academic context
- ozzmotik 7y ago
  that seems more appropriate for quasi but i could see how pseudo might be used in such a manner
TheSpiceIsLife 7y ago
Here in Australia, addiction is a real medical diagnosis.[1] Drug addiction is a real problem that often calls for initial treatment with controlled dosing of a drug in the same class. 1. https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/what-is-addiction https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/what-is-addiction