Question

which substance might lead to potentially dangerous addictions if abused?
○ herbal remedies
○ vitamins
○ mineral supplements
○ over - the - counter medications

Explanation:

Herbal remedies, vitamins, and mineral supplements are generally not associated with dangerous addictions when used as intended. However, over - the - counter medications, such as some painkillers (e.g., those with codeine in some formulations, or even common ones like cough syrups with certain active ingredients) can be abused. When abused, they can lead to physical and psychological dependence, which is a form of dangerous addiction. Herbal remedies, vitamins, and mineral supplements lack the pharmacological properties that lead to addiction in the same way as some over - the - counter medications when abused.

Answer:

D. over - the - counter medications