For other people reading this who are less familiar, there is a difference between dependence and addiction. This difference offers a clear explanation behind w

For other people reading this who are less familiar, there is a difference between dependence and addiction. This difference offers a clear explanation behind why someone can have withdrawal symptoms from abrupt SSRI cessation despite these not being addictive drugs. It also explains why some opioid use is considered beneficial while other use is considered harmful, despite all opioids having properties that can lead to dependence.