Kara's craving for psychoactive drugs is so strong that she is unable to function at work or maintain important relationships with her family.Kara most clearly shows symptoms of

A) sensory deprivation.
B) a near-death experience.
C) substance use disorder.
D) dehydration.

Substance Use Disorder

A medical condition characterized by the compulsive use of substances despite harmful consequences, leading to significant impairment or distress.

Psychoactive Drugs

Substances that alter brain function, resulting in temporary changes in perception, mood, consciousness, and behavior.

Relationships

The way in which two or more people or things are connected, or the state of being connected, ranging from interpersonal to professional and ecological connections.