Question 1

The most common problem reported by college students who are frequent binge drinkers is​

Accepted Answer

Having a hangover is the most common problem reported by college students who are frequent binge drinkers, as it directly results from consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period.

Question 2

The term ____ refers to the amount of energy one's body needs.​

Accepted Answer

Metabolism refers to the sum total of all the biochemical reactions that occur in the body. It includes the breakdown of foods and the conversion of nutrients into energy, among other processes. The rate at which the body converts food into energy is known as metabolic rate, which varies between individuals and can be influenced by various factors, including genetics, age, gender, and activity level.

Question 3

How is the consumption of alcohol related to the promotion of health?​

Accepted Answer

According to research, moderate alcohol consumption (defined as one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men) has been associated with some health benefits, such as a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. However, heavy drinking can have negative impacts on health and abstaining from alcohol altogether does not necessarily provide additional health benefits.

Question 4

While some believe that binge drinking is just a fun thing to do at parties, the results of such behavior really contradict such a notion. Which of the following is an accurate consequence of binge drinking?​

Accepted Answer

Binge drinking can have serious consequences, including death. The statistic given in option A highlights the scope of the problem, as thousands of young people die every year due to binge drinking.

Answer: D
 Option D highlights another consequence of binge drinking, which is an increased risk of sexual assault. Binge drinking can impair a person's judgment and ability to consent or resist, making them more vulnerable to sexual assault.

Question 5

Binge drinking is defined for men as consuming ____ or more drinks in a row and for women as consuming ____ or more drinks in a row within the past two weeks.​

Accepted Answer

Binge drinking is defined for men as consuming 5 or more drinks in a row and for women as consuming 4 or more drinks in a row within the past two weeks.

Question 6

Good cholesterol is to ____ as bad cholesterol is to ____.​

Accepted Answer

Good cholesterol refers to High-Density Lipoproteins (HDLs), which help remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream. Bad cholesterol refers to Low-Density Lipoproteins (LDLs), which can build up in the walls of your arteries and increase your risk of heart disease.

Question 7

The ____ campaign was launched in 2011 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help people make better, healthier selections when it came to their meals.​

Accepted Answer

The Choose My Plate campaign was specifically launched in 2011 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to improve American dietary habits by emphasizing the five food groups and portion control.

Question 8

Rose has been actively alcoholic for several years now, and she has finally decided to address the problem. If she looks to the most widely known option for treating her addiction, she will​

Accepted Answer

Alcoholics Anonymous is the most widely known option for treating alcoholism and has been successful for many individuals. The organization promotes a 12-step program that helps individuals achieve and maintain sobriety. It also provides a supportive community of individuals who understand the struggle of addiction. Seeking help from a support system like AA can be an effective way to overcome addiction.

Question 9

In the United States, nearly ____ percent of adults between the ages of 25 and 44 years are considered heavy drinkers.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States, nearly ____ percent...

Question 10

Why is it that many people consider alcoholism to be a form of addiction?​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Why is it that many people consider...

Question 11

For smokers who successfully give up cigarettes, the risks of coronary heart disease and stroke return to that of never smokers after a period of roughly ____ years.​

Accepted Answer

The risks of coronary heart disease and stroke for smokers who quit successfully return to that of never smokers after roughly 15 years.

Question 12

More than 90% of those who successfully stop smoking cigarettes do so​

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the vast majority of individuals who successfully quit smoking cigarettes do so without the aid of prescription medications, nicotine gum, or nicotine replacement patches. While these options may be helpful for some individuals, the most effective way to quit smoking is through individual willpower and determination.

Question 13

Ruth has been smoking cigarettes for many years, and her habit has become so severe that she smokes at least two packs every day. For which of the following medical issues is she at increased risk?​

Accepted Answer

Smoking is a major risk factor for hip fractures.

Question 14

The American Cancer Society estimates that between 66% and 75% of those cigarette smokers who try to quit smoking end up starting up again within ____ month(s).​

Accepted Answer

The American Cancer Society estimates that between 66% and 75% of those cigarette smokers who try to quit smoking end up starting up again within six months.

Question 15

Smoking during one's lifetime has a measurable negative impact on ____ in adults over fifty years of age.​

Accepted Answer

Smoking has been shown to have a negative impact on cognitive functioning, particularly in older adults. It is associated with a higher risk of dementia and declines in memory, attention, and processing speed.

Question 16

Which best describes the relationship between LDLs and HDLs?​

Accepted Answer

HDLs are known as "good" cholesterol because they transport excess cholesterol from the bloodstream to the liver, where it can be broken down and eliminated. LDLs, on the other hand, are known as "bad" cholesterol because they can build up in the arteries and contribute to heart disease. Therefore, HDLs can break down LDLs, but not the other way around.

Question 17

"I really think about quitting smoking," Michael often says to his friends, "but after doing it for so long I think it is too late to be of any benefit to me." What should his friends tell him?​

Accepted Answer

The answer of "I really think about quitting smoking," Michael...

Question 18

Stanley has just visited his cardiologist, and he is told that it would be a very good idea if he were to lower his level of low density lipoproteins and increase his level of high density lipoproteins. Which of the following would Stanley be well advised to do to make this happen?​

Accepted Answer

Adding more fiber to his diet can help lower levels of low density lipoproteins (LDL) and increase levels of high density lipoproteins (HDL). This is because fiber can bind to cholesterol in the intestines and prevent it from being absorbed into the bloodstream. This can lead to a decrease in LDL levels and an increase in HDL levels, which is beneficial for heart health. Options A, B, and C are not related to cholesterol levels.

Question 19

Of the following individuals, how many qualify as having experienced an episode of binge drinking? (a) Martha, who had 6 drinks within a 30 minute period at her sister's wedding about 6 weeks ago; (b) Janice, who had 3 shots of vodka in 5 minutes at the club last weekend; (c) Erik, who won a contest with his friend by having 7 shots of tequila in 7 minutes last night; (d) Aaron, who had 4 beers in an hour during the football game on Saturday.​

Accepted Answer

The answer of Of the following individuals, how many qualify...

Question 20

Of all of the following neurotransmitters, how many are disrupted by the ingestion of alcohol? (a) norepinephrine; (b) glutamate; (c) serotonin; (d) GABA; (e) dopamine​

Accepted Answer

Alcohol affects all of the listed neurotransmitters: norepinephrine (influencing mood and arousal), glutamate (reducing its excitatory effect, which leads to cognitive impairments), serotonin (affecting mood, and possibly leading to mood swings), GABA (enhancing its inhibitory effect, contributing to the depressant effects of alcohol), and dopamine (increasing its levels, which is associated with the rewarding and reinforcing properties of alcohol).

Quiz 10: Becoming an Adult: Physical, Cognitive, and Personality Development in Young Adulthood.

The most common problem reported by college students who are frequent binge drinkers is

The term ____ refers to the amount of energy one's body needs.

How is the consumption of alcohol related to the promotion of health?

While some believe that binge drinking is just a fun thing to do at parties, the results of such behavior really contradict such a notion. Which of the following is an accurate consequence of binge drinking?

Binge drinking is defined for men as consuming or more drinks in a row and for women as consuming or more drinks in a row within the past two weeks.

Good cholesterol is to as bad cholesterol is to .

The ____ campaign was launched in 2011 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help people make better, healthier selections when it came to their meals.

Rose has been actively alcoholic for several years now, and she has finally decided to address the problem. If she looks to the most widely known option for treating her addiction, she will

In the United States, nearly ____ percent of adults between the ages of 25 and 44 years are considered heavy drinkers.

Why is it that many people consider alcoholism to be a form of addiction?

For smokers who successfully give up cigarettes, the risks of coronary heart disease and stroke return to that of never smokers after a period of roughly ____ years.

More than 90% of those who successfully stop smoking cigarettes do so

Ruth has been smoking cigarettes for many years, and her habit has become so severe that she smokes at least two packs every day. For which of the following medical issues is she at increased risk?

The American Cancer Society estimates that between 66% and 75% of those cigarette smokers who try to quit smoking end up starting up again within ____ month(s) .

Smoking during one's lifetime has a measurable negative impact on ____ in adults over fifty years of age.

Which best describes the relationship between LDLs and HDLs?

"I really think about quitting smoking," Michael often says to his friends, "but after doing it for so long I think it is too late to be of any benefit to me." What should his friends tell him?

Stanley has just visited his cardiologist, and he is told that it would be a very good idea if he were to lower his level of low density lipoproteins and increase his level of high density lipoproteins. Which of the following would Stanley be well advised to do to make this happen?

Of all of the following neurotransmitters, how many are disrupted by the ingestion of alcohol? (a) norepinephrine; (b) glutamate; (c) serotonin; (d) GABA; (e) dopamine