noun
a set of symptoms that occur when a person stops taking a drug or substance that they have become dependent on
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Abstinence syndrome refers to the symptoms that occur when someone suddenly stops using a substance they are dependent on.
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Going through abstinence syndrome can be really tough, but it's worth it to get clean and sober.
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Quitting cold turkey can lead to some serious abstinence syndrome, so it's best to taper off slowly.
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Dealing with the abstinence syndrome of social media addiction can feel like going through withdrawal.