Question 1

______ use psychoactive drugs in one way or another.

Accepted Answer

According to research, most of us use psychoactive drugs in some form, whether it be caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, or prescription medications. While not everyone will use illicit drugs, the majority of people will use some sort of substance at some point in their life.

Question 2

To eat right on campus, your text suggests eating each of the following for breakfast EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

Refined grains are not recommended for a healthy breakfast as they have been processed to remove the bran and germ, leading to a loss of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. High-fiber cereals, low-fat milk, and fresh fruit are healthier options that provide essential nutrients.

Question 3

In the last century, ______ was available without prescription and was used almost as aspirin is used today for headaches and other minor aches and pains.

Accepted Answer

Marijuana (also known as cannabis) was commonly used in the past without prescription and was used for minor aches and pains. Heroin, mescaline, and hashish are drugs that have never been widely available for over-the-counter use.

Question 4

To eat right on campus, your text suggests eating ______ for breakfast.

Accepted Answer

Low-fat milk is the best choice for breakfast as it provides protein and calcium without added sugars and fats. Donuts, refined grains, and muffins are all high in sugars and unhealthy fats, and are not a good choice for a healthy breakfast.

Question 5

The major psychoactive substance in marijuana is ______.

Accepted Answer

THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the major psychoactive substance in marijuana, responsible for its effects on the brain and body. PCP, LSD, and STP are different psychoactive drugs that are not found in marijuana.

Question 6

Breaking abusive habits by physically preventing them from occurring, using competing responses when tempted to engage in substance abuse, and making abuse more difficult, are all methods of ______ of substance abuse.

Accepted Answer

These methods directly involve changing the behaviors associated with substance abuse by introducing new actions or barriers to prevent the abusive habits, rather than altering the effects, antecedent cues, or consequences of substance abuse.

Question 7

Marijuana ______ heart rate and in some people ______ blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

Marijuana typically increases heart rate and can also raise blood pressure in some individuals, especially shortly after consumption.

Question 8

Regular use of hallucinogens can lead to ______ dependence.

Accepted Answer

Regular use of hallucinogens can lead to psychological dependence, but not physiological dependence. This means that people may develop cravings for the drug and experience psychological withdrawal symptoms, but they are unlikely to experience physical withdrawal symptoms when they stop using the drug.

Question 9

Avoiding socializing with people who have substance abuse problems, frequenting substance-free environments, and removing drinking and smoking paraphernalia from your home, are all methods of ______ of substances abuse.

Accepted Answer

Changing the antecedent cues involves altering the environment or situations that trigger substance abuse behaviors. Avoiding socializing with people who have substance abuse problems and frequenting substance-free environments are examples of changing the antecedent cues, while removing drinking and smoking paraphernalia from the home is an example of altering the environment. Changing the effects, behaviors, or consequences would involve different strategies.

Question 10

A potent drug derived from the resin of the marijuana plant is ______.

Accepted Answer

Hashish is a potent drug made from the resin of the marijuana plant. Mescaline is a psychoactive substance found in certain cacti, including peyote. Heroin is derived from the opium poppy.

Question 11

Ralph has been taking high doses of LSD. He is MOST likely to experience which of the following symptoms?

Accepted Answer

High doses of LSD can result in frightening hallucinations, mood changes, paranoid delusions, impaired coordination, and poor judgment. Restlessness, sweating, anxiety, hyperactive tendencies, disorientation, convulsions, rapid pulse rate, and possible sudden death are more commonly associated with other drugs such as amphetamines or cocaine. Apathy, fatigue, self-absorption, and loss of interest in normal life activities are more commonly associated with depressants such as alcohol or opioids.

Question 12

Each of the following is an effect of marijuana on users EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that marijuana use impairs memory functioning and learning ability, rather than improving it. Therefore, option B is the only one that is not a recognized effect of marijuana on users.

Question 13

Marijuana is classified as a mild ______.

Accepted Answer

Marijuana is classified as a mild hallucinogenic because it can alter a person's perception, cognition, and mood, leading to altered states of consciousness and sensory experiences. It does not fit the classifications of tranquilizers, stimulants, or depressants.

Question 14

About ______ percent of American adults report current use of marijuana.

Accepted Answer

Approximately 6 percent of American adults report current use of marijuana, according to recent surveys and studies.

Question 15

To eat right on campus, your text suggests eating each of the following for lunch or dinner EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

White rice is often considered less healthy compared to its whole grain counterparts like brown rice because it is higher in calories and lacks fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Question 16

Switching to brands of beer or cigarettes you don't like, rewarding yourself for sticking to gradual substance reduction goals, and punishing yourself for failing to meet substance-reduction goals, are all methods of ______ of substance abuse.

Accepted Answer

Changing the consequences involves altering the rewards and punishments associated with substance use or reduction. Switching to brands of beer or cigarettes one does not like can be a form of punishment for substance use, while rewarding oneself for meeting reduction goals can be a positive consequence. Punishing oneself for failing to meet reduction goals can also be a form of negative consequence. Changing antecedent cues involves altering the environmental factors that trigger substance use, while altering the effects involves manipulating the physical effects of the substance. Changing behaviors involves targeting specific actions related to substance use.

Question 17

To eat right on campus, your text suggests eating ______ for lunch or dinner.

Accepted Answer

Hummus is suggested as a healthy option in the text.

Question 18

Marijuana usage can result in ______.

Accepted Answer

Marijuana usage can lead to both psychological and physiological dependence. Psychological dependence involves a perceived need for the drug to function or feel normal, while physiological dependence involves the body adapting to the drug, leading to tolerance and withdrawal symptoms.

Question 19

In the nineteenth century, marijuana was ______ used for treating headaches and could be legally bought ______ a prescription.

Accepted Answer

In the nineteenth century, marijuana was widely used for medicinal purposes, including treating headaches, and could be legally purchased without a prescription.

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT true of marijuana?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that smoking marijuana can actually increase bronchial tube irritation and damage to the respiratory system, particularly when combined with tobacco smoking. It is important to note that all of the other options (A, B, and C) are true of marijuana according to research.

Quiz 5: Developing More Healthful Behavior