Steven had been "hooked" for a while before he decided to "go clean." Within 6 to 12 hours, he started to experience excessive yawning, nausea and vomiting, chills, muscle aches, diarrhea, and insomnia. His behavior disrupted his work and social relationships. These symptoms persisted for three days. After a week, he felt better. Steven is probably withdrawing from
A)alcohol.
B)cocaine.
C)heroin.
D)LSD.

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The symptoms Steven is experiencing are consistent with heroin withdrawal, including excessive yawning, nausea and vomiting, chills, muscle aches, diarrhea, and insomnia. These symptoms generally start within 6 to 12 hours of stopping use, peak within 2 to 3 days, and can persist for a week or more. Steven's disrupted work and social relationships are also common consequences of heroin addiction.

Steven Had Been "Hooked" for a While Before He Decided