Question 1

According to your text, rare to social use of a chemical

Accepted Answer

Rare to social use of a chemical typically involves experimental use that does not exceed the norms or expectations of the person's cultural or social group, indicating a level of use that is considered acceptable or normal within that context.

Question 2

Tolerance to a compound is seen when

Accepted Answer

Tolerance to a compound occurs when the body adapts to the substance, requiring the individual to consume more of it to achieve the same effects that were previously achieved with smaller amounts. This is a common phenomenon with many drugs and substances, where the body's physiological response to the substance changes over time, necessitating higher doses for the same effect.

Question 3

Much of what we "know" about SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDERs is based upon which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Much of what we know about substance abuse disorders is based on incomplete data due to challenges in data collection, reporting, and the complexity of these disorders.

Question 4

There is one widely accepted, universal definition of the terms problematic use, abuse, and addiction.

Accepted Answer

The terms problematic use, abuse, and addiction are interpreted and defined differently across various disciplines, cultures, and contexts, leading to a lack of a single, universally accepted definition.

Question 5

Paul considers himself a typical drinker.He may occasionally exceed the legal limits, but he doesn't display symptoms of alcoholism.He has never been diagnosed with an alcohol use problem in the past.He could be considered a(n)

Accepted Answer

"At risk" drinker is the correct term for someone who occasionally exceeds legal limits but does not display symptoms of alcoholism or have a diagnosis of an alcohol use problem. This indicates a pattern of drinking that could potentially lead to health risks or alcohol-related problems, even without current symptoms of alcoholism.

Question 6

Which of the following is one of the diagnostic criteria for the diagnosis of a substance use disorder, according to your text?

Accepted Answer

Impaired control over substance use is a key diagnostic criterion for substance use disorders. This includes using more of a substance than intended, or using the substance for a longer period than intended, indicating a lack of control over its use.

Question 7

The abuse of a substance over a specified period of time is known as

Accepted Answer

Period prevalence refers to the number of individuals who experience a specific condition (such as substance abuse) within a specified period of time, capturing both new and existing cases during that period.

Question 8

Tolerance is defined as

Accepted Answer

Tolerance is the process where the body becomes accustomed to a drug, requiring an individual to consume more of the drug to achieve the same effect that was previously achieved with a lower dose.

Question 9

Samantha learned that someone had given her LSD without her knowledge.Before the effects of the drug set in, Samantha was scared of how she was going to experience the drug because she had a terrifying experience in the past.Samantha's will have an impact on her physical experience of the drug.

Accepted Answer

Samantha's previous terrifying experience with the drug and her fear of how she will experience it this time are related to her individual expectations. These expectations can significantly influence her physical and psychological experience of the drug's effects.

Question 10

The basic laws of behavioral psychology hold that the main motivating force for humans is the

Accepted Answer

Behavioral psychology suggests that human behavior is primarily motivated by the desire to increase pleasure or decrease discomfort, aligning with the principles of reinforcement and punishment.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is supported by research cited in your text?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that there is considerable debate and lack of consensus among experts regarding the definitions of use, abuse, and addiction, highlighting the complexity and variability in how these terms are understood and applied.

Question 12

Current research has been able to identify specific mechanisms for distinguishing between social alcohol users who will go on to develop an alcohol-related problem and those who will not.

Accepted Answer

Current research has not yet identified specific mechanisms that can reliably distinguish between social alcohol users who will develop an alcohol-related problem and those who will not, due to the complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and personal factors involved in the development of alcohol use disorders.

Question 13

Which of the following is not one of the reasons that people use drugs or alcohol, according to the textbook?

Accepted Answer

The textbook typically lists coping with psychological pain, expressing forbidden impulses, and seeking euphoria as common reasons for substance use, while seeking a higher state of spiritual existence is less commonly cited.

Question 14

Cultural and social influences on an individual's substance use behaviors

Accepted Answer

Cultural and social influences play a significant role in shaping an individual's decisions and behaviors regarding substance use, including the choice to engage in it and the specific substances used.

Question 15

The set of symptoms experienced when a user stops or curtails the intake of a substance is called

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal syndrome refers to the set of symptoms that occur when a person stops or reduces the intake of a substance they have been using regularly, especially when the substance is addictive. These symptoms can be physical or psychological and vary depending on the substance.

Question 16

The withdrawal syndrome seen when a compound characteristic of physical dependence on that compound.

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal syndrome occurs when a compound, on which there is physical dependence, is discontinued. This is a characteristic sign of physical dependence on a substance.

Question 17

Approximately of all adults will demonstrate at least one sign of an alcohol use disorder (AUD).

Accepted Answer

Approximately 30-45% of adults will demonstrate at least one sign of an alcohol use disorder (AUD) at some point in their lives, according to various studies and surveys on alcohol consumption and its effects.

Question 18

Which of the following is the phase used to describe a period where the abuse of a certain compound is infrequent within a society, although more prevalent in certain small subgroups in that society?

Accepted Answer

Incubation phase describes a period where the abuse of a certain compound is infrequent within a society, although more prevalent in certain small subgroups. This phase often precedes wider spread or epidemic use.

Question 19

One factor that is frequently overlooked in the initiation or maintenance of substance use is .

Accepted Answer

The answer of One factor that is frequently overlooked in...

Question 20

An alcohol user's position on the continuum of chemical use

Accepted Answer

The position of an alcohol user on the continuum of chemical use can change over time, influenced by various factors such as personal decisions, life circumstances, and interventions. This means their level of use can increase or decrease, reflecting the dynamic nature of substance use and recovery. Choices B, C, and D suggest static or legally and structurally defined movements, which do not accurately represent the fluid and individualized nature of substance use and recovery.

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