Question 1

Which of the following statements is most true about psychoactive drugs? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Psychoactive drugs are substances that alter our thoughts, feelings, or behaviors. This can include legal substances such as caffeine or alcohol, as well as illegal drugs like cocaine or marijuana. The other options listed (B, C, and D) are not accurate statements about psychoactive drugs.

Question 2

Approximately what percentage of high school students in the U.S. has tried an illegal drug before graduating from high school? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

More than 50% of high school students in the U.S. have tried an illegal drug before graduating, indicating a significant exposure to drug use among teenagers.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true concerning gender differences in alcohol dependence? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Studies show that men are approximately five times more likely than women to develop alcohol dependence.

Question 4

Which of the following statements best characterizes experimentation with drugs among adolescents? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Experimentation with drugs among adolescents is a common phenomenon, with many young people trying drugs at least once during their teenage years. This experimentation is often viewed as a normal part of testing boundaries and asserting independence. However, it is important to note that repeated use of drugs can lead to substance dependence and other negative consequences. Therefore, experimentation should not be taken lightly, and it should be addressed through prevention and education programs.

Question 5

Which of the following terms refers to a need to increase the amount of drug taken to achieve intoxication? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Tolerance is the term that refers to the need to increase the amount of drug taken to achieve intoxication. Intoxication refers to the state of being under the influence of a drug, withdrawal refers to the symptoms that occur when drug use is stopped or reduced, and reactivity refers to the way that a person's body reacts to a drug.

Question 6

Which of the following features is not central to the diagnosis of substance dependence? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

"Having an addictive personality" is not a central feature to the diagnosis of substance dependence. The other three choices are all central features to the diagnosis.

Question 7

When substance use induces behavioural or cognitive changes that are maladaptive or that place a person at increased risk, that person is said to be experiencing which of the following conditions? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Substance intoxication directly causes behavioral or cognitive changes due to the physiological effects of a substance on the central nervous system, leading to maladaptive behavior or increased risk.

Question 8

Which of the following factors is least likely to represent an important predictor of which children will abuse drugs when they become adolescents? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Over-involvement in extracurricular activities is the least likely predictor of drug abuse among adolescents, as participating in such activities tends to be associated with lower rates of substance abuse. Cheating, stealing, and earning poor grades are more commonly associated with drug abuse among adolescents.

Question 9

Which of the following is most consistent with experiences of drug withdrawal? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Using related drugs to avoid withdrawal symptoms is consistent with drug withdrawal. This is often referred to as "substituting" one drug for another to alleviate the negative effects of withdrawal. Options A, B, and D are all more consistent with drug tolerance and dependence, rather than withdrawal.

Question 10

Which of the following statements is false concerning Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?

Accepted Answer

AA does not claim to offer a cure for alcoholism, instead it promotes ongoing recovery through the practice of the twelve steps and the support of the AA community.

Question 11

The most effective prevention programs for alcohol use disorders target all of the following, except: This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Providing drug education in the classroom is not specifically targeted towards alcohol use disorders, while the other three choices are commonly targeted in prevention programs for alcohol use disorders.

Question 12

Which of the following treatments is the most common form of treatment for people with alcohol-related problems?

Accepted Answer

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is the most common form of treatment for people with alcohol-related problems. It is a widely accessible support group that focuses on the 12-step program for recovery from alcoholism.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is false concerning the Alcohol Skills Training Programs (ASTPs) currently being delivered on college and university campuses?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is false...

Question 14

In order to meet one of the criteria for diagnosing substance dependence, a person must take substances in doses that are: This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

In order to meet the criteria for substance dependence, a person must take substances in doses that are larger than intended and over a longer period of time than intended. This pattern of use is known as "tolerance," where the body adapts to the substance and requires larger amounts to achieve the same effect.

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true concerning AA?

Accepted Answer

AA emphasizes the alcoholic's powerlessness over alcohol and the need for a higher power in their recovery process, as outlined in the 12 steps. This concept is fundamental to the program and frequently discussed in meetings. Choices B and C are partially true - AA has a very broad appeal and attracts all kinds of alcoholics, but the research on its effectiveness is mixed. Option D is false since AA does not advocate for any kind of controlled or social drinking as a part of its program.

Question 16

Which of the following is not a criterion for diagnosing substance dependence? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Using the substance in physically hazardous situations is indeed a criterion for diagnosing substance dependence, as stated in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). A, B, and D are all criteria for diagnosing substance dependence according to the DSM-5.

Question 17

A person who experiences tolerance to a substance and withdrawal symptoms when stopping the substance is likely to be diagnosed with which of the following conditions? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Tolerance and withdrawal symptoms are two of the criteria for a diagnosis of substance dependence according to the DSM-5. Substance abuse refers to use that is problematic but may not meet the full criteria for dependence, while intoxication refers to the acute effects of a substance. Substance withdrawal, while a symptom of substance dependence, is not a diagnosis in and of itself.

Question 18

When the repeated use of a substance causes a person to encounter legal problems or to neglect their responsibilities, that person is said to be experiencing which of the following conditions? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Substance abuse is defined as a pattern of repeated use of a substance that leads to significant distress or impairment in daily functioning, including legal problems and neglect of responsibilities. Substance dependence, on the other hand, is a more severe form of substance use disorder characterized by physical dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms. Substance intoxication refers to the acute effects of a substance, such as intoxication or overdose. Substance withdrawal occurs when a person stops or reduces their use of a substance and experiences physical and psychological symptoms as a result.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is true concerning drinking by college and university students?

Accepted Answer

Recent trends indicate that more college and university students are choosing to abstain from drinking alcohol compared to the past.

Question 20

When a person stops taking a substance and then experiences clinically significant disruptions in his/her life, that person is said to be experiencing which of the following conditions? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Accepted Answer

Substance withdrawal is characterized by a set of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake of a substance after its prolonged and heavy use. These symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning, distinguishing withdrawal from the ongoing use effects of the substance.

Quiz 17: Adjustment Disorders and Life-Cycle Transitions