Which of the following is an example of the agonist substitution type of treatment for substance abuse?
A)The use of methadone to treat heroin addiction
B)A nicotine patch or nicotine gum to treat addiction to cigarette smoking
C)Both of these
D)Neither of these

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Both A and B are examples of the agonist substitution type of treatment for substance abuse. Methadone is a synthetic opioid that can reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings for heroin, while nicotine patches and gum provide a controlled dose of nicotine to help smokers quit their addiction.

Which of the Following Is an Example of the Agonist