Stefan was hanging out with some friends when one of them lit up a cigarette.He and his friends passed it around,taking turns smoking a few puffs.Stefan tried cigarettes a few more times,but decided that he didn't enjoy them very much,so he stopped smoking.A psychologist would probably say that Stefan's use of tobacco was
A)substance abuse.
B)substance dependence.
C)experimentation.
D)normal use for a high school student.

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Stefan's use of tobacco was experimentation because he tried it a few times but ultimately decided that he didn't enjoy it and stopped smoking. Substance abuse and substance dependence both imply a compulsive and harmful pattern of drug use, which does not apply to Stefan's situation. Normal use for a high school student is not a relevant category as any type of tobacco use carries health risks.

Stefan Was Hanging Out with Some Friends When One of Them