Question 1

Adolescents are especially susceptible to addiction because

Accepted Answer

The brain systems responsible for restraining risk-taking behaviors are not fully mature in adolescents compared to the systems that reward pleasure-seeking behaviors. This imbalance makes adolescents more prone to engaging in risky behaviors, including substance use, due to the heightened sensitivity to rewards.

Question 2

A behavioral problem that is characterized by an inability to focus, restless movement, impulsive behavior, and impaired learning capacity and that is often treated with an amphetamine, such as Adderall, is

Accepted Answer

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by symptoms such as an inability to focus, restless movements, impulsive behavior, and impaired learning capacity. Amphetamines like Adderall are commonly used in its treatment.

Question 3

Which of the following were once widely prescribed for weight loss or depression, but today, their main legitimate medical uses are to treat childhood hyperactivity and overdoses of depressant drugs?

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines were once widely prescribed for weight loss and depression. Today, their main legitimate medical uses have shifted towards treating childhood hyperactivity (such as ADHD) and managing overdoses of depressant drugs, due to their stimulant properties.

Question 4

Which of the following is a powerful central nervous stimulant that produces feelings of alertness, euphoria, well-being, power, boundless energy, and pleasure and goes by the street names of "snow," "blow," and "snuff"?

Accepted Answer

Cocaine is a powerful central nervous system stimulant known for producing feelings of euphoria, increased energy, and pleasure. It is commonly referred to by street names such as "snow," "blow," and "snuff."

Question 5

A long-distance truck driver who abuses a drug in order to stay awake for long hours would probably be an abuser of

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are stimulants that can increase wakefulness and focus, which is why a long-distance truck driver might abuse them to stay awake for long hours.

Question 6

Terrell has three term papers due and four major tests in the next three weeks. His friends suggest that he take a "study drug" to help him stay awake and focus better. The "study drug" that Terrell's friends have suggested that he take illegally is most likely

Accepted Answer

Ritalin is a medication commonly prescribed for ADHD that is often misused as a "study drug" to enhance focus and wakefulness, which fits the context of the question.

Question 7

Illicit use of which of the following drugs has become widespread, especially by people seeking to stay awake and by those who think these drugs can improve their mental or physical performance?

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are widely used illicitly by individuals seeking to stay awake or enhance their physical or mental performance due to their stimulant effects on the central nervous system.

Question 8

For several weeks, Garrett has been taking increasing amounts of "crystal meth." If Garrett continues taking this drug, he is at risk for developing

Accepted Answer

Amphetamine psychosis is a common risk associated with prolonged or high-dose use of amphetamines, including "crystal meth." This condition can mimic symptoms of schizophrenia, such as delusions and hallucinations.

Question 9

Adderall and Ritalin are both mixes of amphetamines and are used to treat

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Adderall and Ritalin are stimulant medications primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). They help increase attention and decrease impulsiveness and hyperactivity in patients with ADHD.

Question 10

Adderall and Ritalin are used to treat attention deficit\hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)with both drugs being mixes of

Accepted Answer

Adderall is a mix of amphetamine salts, which are stimulants, and Ritalin is a brand name for methylphenidate, another type of stimulant. Both are used to increase attention and control behavior in people with ADHD.

Question 11

Which of the following statements about amphetamine usage is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are classified as stimulants, not hallucinogenic narcotics. They increase alertness, concentration, and energy by stimulating the central nervous system.

Question 12

Sheng is suffering from amphetamine psychosis. When in this state, Sheng's most prominent symptom will be

Accepted Answer

Paranoid delusions are a common symptom of amphetamine psychosis.

Question 13

Cocaine is very similar in its effects to

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Cocaine and methamphetamine are both stimulants, producing similar effects such as increased energy, alertness, and euphoria.

Question 14

Increasing numbers of normal college students are illegally taking which of the following drugs in the hopes these drugs will help them to focus better while doing their school work?

Accepted Answer

Adderall and Ritalin are stimulant medications commonly prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that are known to be used illicitly by some students to enhance focus and academic performance.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a reason that adolescents are more likely to use and abuse drugs?

Accepted Answer

Adolescents are more likely to use and abuse drugs because their brain systems that restrain risk-taking are less mature than those involved in reward and pleasure-seeking, not more mature. This immaturity leads to higher impulsivity and risk-taking behaviors, including drug use.

Question 16

The most legitimate medical uses of amphetamines include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Amphetamines are primarily used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and in some cases, to reverse the effects of depressant drugs.

Question 17

Regarding amphetamines, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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Amphetamines may enhance alertness and extend the ability to concentrate, which could slightly improve problem-solving performance, but there is no substantial evidence to suggest they significantly increase creativity. Their primary effects are related to increased wakefulness, focus, and in some cases, euphoria, rather than enhancing creative abilities.

Question 18

From 1886 to 1906, Coca-Cola contained small amounts of cocaine, which were replaced with

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Coca-Cola originally contained small amounts of cocaine but as the formula evolved, caffeine was retained as a key ingredient for its stimulating effects, while cocaine was removed.

Question 19

From 1886 to 1906, Coca-Cola contained small amounts of

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Coca-Cola originally contained small amounts of cocaine, derived from the coca leaf, until it was removed in 1904 due to health concerns and changing social attitudes towards the drug.

Question 20

Regarding amphetamine use, which of the following statements is FALSE?

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The effects of amphetamines are primarily due to their action on the central nervous system, where they increase the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine, rather than supplying the body with extra energy.

Quiz 5: States of Consciousness