Generally in psychoactive drugs (especially central nervous system stimulants), the tendency of increased sensitivity in the body wherein repeated doses of the substance will increase its efficacy. Also known as: sensitization. Compare with: tolerance.
REVERSE TOLERANCE: "Reverse tolerance can result in the action of a drug being far stronger than expected."
Cite this page: N., Pam M.S., "REVERSE TOLERANCE," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 28, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/reverse-tolerance/ (accessed January 17, 2021).
