Definition of avert. transitive verb. 1 : to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance I found the sight so grotesque that I had to avert my eyes â¦ â John Gregory Dunne. 2 : to see coming and ward off : avoid avert disaster.
Benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome. Benzodiazepine withdrawal syndromeâoften abbreviated to benzo withdrawalâis the cluster of symptoms that emerge when a person who has taken benzodiazepines, either medically or recreationally, and has developed a physical dependence undergoes dosage reduction or discontinuation.
Codeine Addiction Statistics. Codeine is a weak narcotic painkiller, similar in chemical structure to morphine. It is used in the treatment of moderately severe pain and can be obtained in some countries without prescription. It can also decrease respiration.Generally, codeine is combined with aspirin or acetaminophen to increase effectiveness. People addicted to codeine will experience withdrawal symptoms when they are no longer able to use the drug anymore (i.e., when their prescription runs out). 2  Withdrawal is a hallmark of physical dependency and addiction.