Physical Education A-Level
Psychological and dependence effects
What Psychological and dependence effects means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Psychological and dependence effects
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Lasting psychological problems such as depression, together with mood swings, aggression and dependence, form part of the negative health impact.
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