self-medicate
US /ˌselfˈmed.ɪ.keɪt/
UK /ˌselfˈmed.ɪ.keɪt/
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自我治療, 自行用藥
to take medication or drugs on one's own initiative to treat perceived illnesses or symptoms, rather than consulting a medical professional
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Many people self-medicate with alcohol to cope with stress.
許多人通過酒精自我治療以應對壓力。
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She was advised not to self-medicate her symptoms.
她被建議不要自行用藥治療症狀。