Question 1

Being willing to fight seems to be an important protective factor against substance use.

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Question 2

Illicit drug is a term used to refer to a drug that is unlawful to possess or use.

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Illicit drugs are illegal substances that are prohibited by law to possess, use, sell, or distribute. Examples of illicit drugs include marijuana, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, LSD, and ecstasy.

Question 3

Which three demographics have been used when analyzing the "who uses drugs?"

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Question 4

What do the abbreviations CCS and OSDUHS stand for, and what are they?

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Question 5

Which of the following describes what most drug users are seeking?
A) Reduction of emotion pain
B) Need to fit in
C) An altered state of consciousness
D) Need to rebel

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Most drug users are seeking an altered state of consciousness, whether it's feeling euphoria or relaxation, or escaping reality. While some may use drugs to reduce emotional pain or fit in with a certain social group, the primary motivation for drug use is to alter one's consciousness. Need to rebel may also be a factor for some individuals, but it is not the main motivator for most drug users.

Question 6

The media in the 1990s shone a light on children in Davis Inlet, which brought about worldwide attention. Identify and describe the alarming facts revealed at that time?

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Question 7

According to the findings reported in your text, who is more likely to use illegal drugs and alcohol?

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Question 8

What does drug Reinforcement mean?

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Question 9

In general most Canadians do not see a strong link between the availability of drugs and Canada's problems related to drug use.

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Many Canadians do see a link between the availability of drugs and Canada's drug problems. The issue of drug supply is often discussed in relation to the ongoing opioid crisis, for example. However, opinions on this may vary among individuals and communities.

Question 10

What does the research regarding religion and drug use describe?

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Question 11

If John wants to enhance the likelihood he hires someone who is more likely to NOT smoke marijuana, research considering gender, socioeconomic status, and level of education would suggest he hire a female with a university education.

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Research has suggested that there is a negative correlation between higher levels of education and marijuana use, and that women are generally less likely to use marijuana than men. Therefore, hiring a female with a university education may enhance the likelihood of hiring someone who is less likely to smoke marijuana.

Question 12

Impulsivity is one personality factor that is associated with higher rates of substance abuse and dependence.

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Impulsivity is a personality trait associated with higher rates of substance abuse and dependence. People who are impulsive may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors, including drug and alcohol use.

Question 13

There are some drugs that we should just define as being bad drugs.

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The classification of drugs as "bad" oversimplifies the complex nature of drug use, effects, and dependency, ignoring the context of use, potential medical benefits, and the social, legal, and personal factors that influence drug perception and impact.

Question 14

Describe Harm Reduction and how it has been used as an initiative by Canada's Drug Strategy to reduce the damage associated with alcohol and other drugs?

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Question 15

Illicit drug use among students from grade 7 through 12 increased between 2003 and 2009.

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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), illicit drug use among students from grade 7 through 12 decreased between 2003 and 2009.

Question 16

Drug misuse generally refers to the use of prescribed drugs in greater amounts than, or for purposes other than, those prescribed by a physician or dentist.

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Drug misuse involves using drugs in ways that are not intended by a healthcare professional, such as taking more than the prescribed amount or using drugs that have not been prescribed to the individual.

Question 17

We can get an idea of why someone is using a drug by examining when and where he or she uses it.

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By examining when and where a person uses a drug, we can gather information about their motivations and patterns of use, which can be helpful in determining the underlying reasons for their drug use.

Question 18

Every drug has multiple effects.

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Every drug has multiple effects on the body, both intended and unintended. The intended effects are the therapeutic effects for which the drug is prescribed, while the unintended effects are known as side effects.

Question 19

Describe the term "drug du jour"?

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Question 20

The Harm Reduction model of drug treatment accepts that there may be other acceptable outcomes than drug abstinence.

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The Harm Reduction model recognizes that complete drug abstinence may not be achievable or desirable for some individuals, and instead focuses on reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. This may include strategies such as safe injection sites, needle exchange programs, and medication-assisted treatment.

Quiz 1: Drug Use: An Overview