Question 1

The cost to society for adolescent substance use has been estimated as per mixed drink.

Accepted Answer

A)  $1.50 
B)  $3.00 
C)  $4.12 
D)  $4.00 
A)  $1.50 
B)  $3.00 
C)  $4.12 
D)  $4.00 B

Question 2

Rhonda reached puberty at age 10. According to your text, she is at a higher risk of developing a SUDs than Judy, who reached puberty at 13.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Describe some of the reasons why children and adolescents abuse chemicals.

Accepted Answer

There are several reasons why children and adolescents may abuse chemicals. Some of these reasons include:

1. Peer pressure: Children and adolescents may feel pressured to use drugs or alcohol in order to fit in with their peers or to be accepted by a certain social group.

2. Curiosity: Young people may experiment with drugs or alcohol out of curiosity, wanting to see what the effects are and how it feels to be under the influence.

3. Stress and coping mechanisms: Children and adolescents may turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to cope with stress, anxiety, or other difficult emotions. They may use substances as a way to self-medicate and escape from their problems.

4. Family influences: If a child or adolescent grows up in a household where substance abuse is prevalent, they may be more likely to engage in similar behaviors themselves.

5. Mental health issues: Children and adolescents who struggle with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or trauma may turn to drugs or alcohol as a way to self-soothe and alleviate their symptoms.

6. Lack of education: Some young people may not fully understand the risks and consequences of substance abuse, and may engage in these behaviors due to a lack of awareness about the potential harm.

It's important for parents, educators, and communities to address these underlying reasons for substance abuse and provide support and resources for young people to make healthier choices.

Question 4

It has been found that of adolescents being assessed for chest pain have ephedrine in their system, in spite of strident denials to the contrary.

Accepted Answer

A)  12 percent 
B)  17 percent 
C)  21 percent 
D)  25 percent 
A)  12 percent 
B)  17 percent 
C)  21 percent 
D)  25 percent

Question 5

According to your text, children with with their parents are more likely to resist the urge to engage in substance abuse.

Accepted Answer

A)  conflicted relationships 
B)  strong attachment bonds 
C)  strong friendships 
D)  many similarities 
A)  conflicted relationships 
B)  strong attachment bonds 
C)  strong friendships 
D)  many similarities

Question 6

A frequently overlooked aspect of childhood and adolescence is the

Accepted Answer

A)  quality of the attachment bond children have with their parents. 
B)  level of psychopathology demonstrated by instructors or other parent surrogates. 
C)  child's educational level and whether the child is functioning at age­specific expectations. 
D)  child's interpretation of the drug's effects on their ability to cope. 
A)  quality of the attachment bond children have with their parents. 
B)  level of psychopathology demonstrated by instructors or other parent surrogates. 
C)  child's educational level and whether the child is functioning at age­specific expectations. 
D)  child's interpretation of the drug's effects on their ability to cope.

Question 7

By the age of 17, of adolescents will have seen one or both parents intoxicated.

Accepted Answer

A)  11 percent 
B)  51 percent 
C)  32 percent 
D)  47 percent 
A)  11 percent 
B)  51 percent 
C)  32 percent 
D)  47 percent

Question 8

The "gateway" theory of substance abuse

Accepted Answer

A)  has been accepted as proven fact. 
B)  has been challenged but has survived these challenges to be accepted by most mental health professionals. 
C)  is still open to debate. 
D)  applies only to children under the age of 14. 
A)  has been accepted as proven fact. 
B)  has been challenged but has survived these challenges to be accepted by most mental health professionals. 
C)  is still open to debate. 
D)  applies only to children under the age of 14.

Question 9

Researchers now believe that "early adolescence" might begin

Accepted Answer

A)  as early as 12 years of age, with the onset of puberty. 
B)  as early as 10 years of age, with the onset of puberty. 
C)  at the age of 13, when the "teenage" years officially begin. 
D)  at the same age for boys as compared with girls. 
A)  as early as 12 years of age, with the onset of puberty. 
B)  as early as 10 years of age, with the onset of puberty. 
C)  at the age of 13, when the "teenage" years officially begin. 
D)  at the same age for boys as compared with girls.

Question 10

Which of the following is associated with adolescent substance abuse problems?

Accepted Answer

A)  High level of involvement in after-school activities 
B)  History of friends having attempted suicide 
C)  Lack of strong religious beliefs 
D)  High self-esteem 
A)  High level of involvement in after-school activities 
B)  History of friends having attempted suicide 
C)  Lack of strong religious beliefs 
D)  High self-esteem

Question 11

Children have at least a rudimentary knowledge of alcohol and its effects , according to your text.

Accepted Answer

A)  by the time of entry into third grade 
B)  by the time that they graduate from grade school 
C)  depending on whether they have older siblings or not 
D)  by preschool 
A)  by the time of entry into third grade 
B)  by the time that they graduate from grade school 
C)  depending on whether they have older siblings or not 
D)  by preschool

Question 12

Adolescents tend to experience sedation from a given dose of alcohol compared to adult drinkers.

Accepted Answer

A)  less 
B)  more 
C)  the same levels of 
D)  varying levels of 
A)  less 
B)  more 
C)  the same levels of 
D)  varying levels of

Question 13

Which of the following statements is NOT true, according to your text?

Accepted Answer

A)  Many clinicians believe that any substance use during childhood and adolescence is a sign of a serious problem. 
B)  Clinicians are able to rely on clear definitions of "childhood" and "adulthood." 
C)  Some clinicians believe that experimental drug use is a regular aspect of adolescence. 
D)  Adolescence in industrialized countries seems to have been extended. 
A)  Many clinicians believe that any substance use during childhood and adolescence is a sign of a serious problem. 
B)  Clinicians are able to rely on clear definitions of "childhood" and "adulthood." 
C)  Some clinicians believe that experimental drug use is a regular aspect of adolescence. 
D)  Adolescence in industrialized countries seems to have been extended.

Question 14

Research has found that adolescents who smoke are more likely to develop an alcohol use disorder later in life.

Accepted Answer

A)  12 percent 
B)  25 percent 
C)  33 percent 
D)  50 percent 
A)  12 percent 
B)  25 percent 
C)  33 percent 
D)  50 percent

Question 15

Parents tend to their ability to influence the decisions that their children make.

Accepted Answer

A)  dismiss 
B)  not question 
C)  overly rely on 
D)  accept 
A)  dismiss 
B)  not question 
C)  overly rely on 
D)  accept

Question 16

The average adolescent spends approximately listening to music, although how they find time between eating, sleeping, and sending text messages is not known.

Accepted Answer

A)  one hour per day 
B)  three hours per day 
C)  two hours per week 
D)  two hours per day 
A)  one hour per day 
B)  three hours per day 
C)  two hours per week 
D)  two hours per day

Question 17

Which of the following was NOT a reason pediatricians frequently fail to inquire about substance abuse in their patients?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lack of interest 
B)  Lack of training 
C)  Lack of treatment resources 
D)  Lack of time 
A)  Lack of interest 
B)  Lack of training 
C)  Lack of treatment resources 
D)  Lack of time

Question 18

Adolescents who spend more time working than studying are less likely to engage in alcohol and tobacco use than their peers who study more than they work.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Two-thirds of substance abuse rehabilitation programs surveyed:

Accepted Answer

A)  had specialized components for adolescents with SUDs. 
B)  lacked specialized components for adolescents with SUDs. 
C)  had staff members with specific training to work with adolescents. 
D)  could provide age-specific treatment for adolescents. 
A)  had specialized components for adolescents with SUDs. 
B)  lacked specialized components for adolescents with SUDs. 
C)  had staff members with specific training to work with adolescents. 
D)  could provide age-specific treatment for adolescents.

Question 20

Which group is most likely to respond in a positive manner to alcohol and drug abuse treatment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Adults over the age of 25 
B)  Women under the age of 25 
C)  Adolescents of any age 
D)  Adolescents between the ages of 18 and 21 
A)  Adults over the age of 25 
B)  Women under the age of 25 
C)  Adolescents of any age 
D)  Adolescents between the ages of 18 and 21

Exam 20: Substance Use and Abuse by Children and Adolescents

The cost to society for adolescent substance use has been estimated as per mixed drink.

Rhonda reached puberty at age 10. According to your text, she is at a higher risk of developing a SUDs than Judy, who reached puberty at 13.

Describe some of the reasons why children and adolescents abuse chemicals.

It has been found that of adolescents being assessed for chest pain have ephedrine in their system, in spite of strident denials to the contrary.

According to your text, children with with their parents are more likely to resist the urge to engage in substance abuse.

A frequently overlooked aspect of childhood and adolescence is the

By the age of 17, of adolescents will have seen one or both parents intoxicated.

The "gateway" theory of substance abuse

Researchers now believe that "early adolescence" might begin

Which of the following is associated with adolescent substance abuse problems?

Children have at least a rudimentary knowledge of alcohol and its effects , according to your text.

Adolescents tend to experience sedation from a given dose of alcohol compared to adult drinkers.

Which of the following statements is NOT true, according to your text?

Research has found that adolescents who smoke are more likely to develop an alcohol use disorder later in life.

Parents tend to their ability to influence the decisions that their children make.

The average adolescent spends approximately listening to music, although how they find time between eating, sleeping, and sending text messages is not known.

Which of the following was NOT a reason pediatricians frequently fail to inquire about substance abuse in their patients?

Adolescents who spend more time working than studying are less likely to engage in alcohol and tobacco use than their peers who study more than they work.

Two-thirds of substance abuse rehabilitation programs surveyed:

Which group is most likely to respond in a positive manner to alcohol and drug abuse treatment?

Why Worry About Substance Abuse or Addiction

The Nature of the Beast

A Brief Introduction to the Science of Pharmacology

An Introduction to Alcohol: Mans Oldest Recreational Chemical

The Alcohol Use Disorders

Abuse and Addiction to Barbiturates and Barbiturate-Like Compounds

Abuse and Addiction to Benzodiazepines and Similar Agents

Abuse and Addiction to Central Nervous System Stimulants

Cocaine Abuse and Dependence

Marijuana Abuse and Addiction

Opiode Use, Abuse, and Addiction

Abuse and Addiction to Hallucinogens

Abuse and Addiction to Inhalants and Aerosols

The Under-Recognized Problem of Steroid Abuseaddiction

Over the Counter Analgesics

Tobacco Products and Nicotine Addiction

The Potential Consequences of Drug Abuse During Pregnancy

Gender and Substance Use Disorders

Hidden Faces of Substance Use Disorders

Substance Use Disorders in College Settings

Codependency and Enabling

Addiction and the Family

The Dual-Diagnosis Client: Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness

The Biopsychosocial Model of the Addictions

The Substance Use Disorders As a Disease of the Human Spirit

The Assessment of Suspected Substance Use Disorders

Intervention

Treatment Settings

The Treatment of Substance Use Disorders

The Process of Treatment

Pharmacological Interventions for Substance Use Disorders

Relapse and Other Problems Frequently Encountered in Substance Abuse Rehabilitation

Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery

Substance Use Disorders and and Infectious Disease

The Relationship Between Drug Use and Crime

The Debate Over Legalization Appendices Glossary References Index

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