Question 1

It is felt that the newest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual,DSM-IV,will be the final one.

Accepted Answer

The newest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is actually the DSM-5, which was published in 2013. And while it may be a while until another version is released, it is not necessarily the final one.

Question 2

Tolerance exists when an increased amount of a drug is needed to achieve the same drug effect that had originally been experienced.

Accepted Answer

Tolerance occurs when the body adjusts to repeated exposure to a drug, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect as before. This is a common phenomenon in substance abuse and can lead to addiction and overdose.

Question 3

The action of a drug on the body is referred to as a psychoactive response.

Accepted Answer

The action of a drug on the body is referred to as pharmacodynamics, while a psychoactive response specifically relates to drugs that affect the mind or behavior.

Question 4

For a substance dependence diagnosis,the DSM-IV requires at least eight of the ten criteria be present.

Accepted Answer

The DSM-IV requires that at least three of the seven criteria be present for a diagnosis of substance dependence.

Question 5

According to a study done by Vega et al.(2002),after alcohol,which profile indicates the second most prevalent drug used,and by whom living in which country?

Accepted Answer

The study by Vega et al. (2002) found that cannabis was the second most prevalent drug used, specifically by adult males living in the USA.

Question 6

According to a study done by Vega et al.(2002),which person who would have the highest lifetime use of alcohol or other drugs?

Accepted Answer

According to the study, adult males living in the Netherlands have the highest lifetime use of alcohol or other drugs.

Question 7

Which drug has research determined to be the main contributor to crimes and violence?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that alcohol is the drug that is most commonly associated with crimes and violence. Studies have found that alcohol is a contributing factor in up to 60% of homicides, 75% of domestic violence incidents, and 50% of sexual assaults. While other drugs may also contribute to violent behavior, alcohol is the most commonly implicated substance.

Question 8

Tolerance refers to the ability to take more of a drug in order to achieve a better high.

Accepted Answer

Tolerance refers to the body's adaptation to a drug, requiring increased amounts to achieve the original effect, not necessarily to achieve a "better high."

Question 9

Calling amphetamines "speed" is an example of drug classification by therapeutic use.

Accepted Answer

Calling amphetamines "speed" is an example of drug classification by slang or street name, not by therapeutic use.

Question 10

According to a 2008 Canadian survey,what do most Canadians think is the most common reason why people use drugs?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

According to a study done by Vega et al.(2002),which person who would have the lowest lifetime use of alcohol or other drugs?

Accepted Answer

The study by Vega et al. (2002) found that adult females living in Mexico had the lowest lifetime use of alcohol or other drugs compared to their counterparts in Canada, the Netherlands, and the USA. This is attributed to cultural and societal norms around substance use in Mexico.

Question 12

Which country reported the highest lifetime rate of alcohol use in the Vega et al.(2002)international survey?

Accepted Answer

According to the Vega et al. (2002) international survey, the Netherlands reported the highest lifetime rate of alcohol use among the countries surveyed.

Question 13

When Martin responded to the 2009 Canadian Alcohol and Drug Use Monitoring Survey (CADUMS),he indicated he frequently drank alcohol,smoked marijuana,and would occasionally do speed with his friends.Which term best describes Martin?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

A diagnosis of drug dependence in DSM-IV requires that tolerance and withdrawal be observed.

Accepted Answer

In DSM-IV, a diagnosis of drug dependence does not strictly require the observation of tolerance and withdrawal. It includes a broader range of criteria, of which tolerance and withdrawal are only two possible components.

Question 15

The term "withdrawal" refers to a definable illness that occurs with a cessation or decrease in use of a drug.

Accepted Answer

Withdrawal is a real and recognized phenomenon that can occur when a person stops or reduces their use of drugs or certain medications. It can include various physical and psychological symptoms such as cravings, sweating, tremors, anxiety, depression, and more.

Question 16

Which statement best represents the connection between drug use and crime?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is often associated with crimes, particularly those of an assaultive nature, due to its disinhibiting effects which can lead to aggressive behaviors. This is a well-documented phenomenon in criminology and public health studies.

Question 17

It is possible to relieve a person's withdrawal symptoms from a drug by administering the same drug.

Accepted Answer

This is known as medication-assisted withdrawal or detoxification and can be effective in managing withdrawal symptoms, reducing cravings, and preventing relapse. However, it should always be done under medical supervision and with a carefully developed plan for tapering off the medication.

Question 18

Sarah said,"The only way to overcome a drug problem is through abstinence." According to a 2008 Canadian survey,what proportion of Canadians would agree with Sarah?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2008 Canadian survey, 2/3 of Canadians would agree with the statement that the only way to overcome a drug problem is through abstinence.

Question 19

According to a 2008 Canadian survey,which group did over half of those surveyed believe to be most at risk for drug use?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

Abstinence syndrome is another term for physical dependence.

Accepted Answer

Abstinence syndrome, also known as withdrawal syndrome, refers to the symptoms experienced when a person stops or reduces the intake of a substance they are dependent on, rather than indicating physical dependence itself. Physical dependence is a condition characterized by the body's adaptation to a substance, leading to withdrawal symptoms when the substance is reduced or stopped.

Quiz 1: Drug Use and Abuse