Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

A) increase in pleasure or decrease in discomfort. 
B) pleasure principle. 
C) disapproval of fringe social groups. 
D) intrusive nature of sensory experiences deemed unacceptable to that person's social group. 
A) increase in pleasure or decrease in discomfort. 
B) pleasure principle. 
C) disapproval of fringe social groups. 
D) intrusive nature of sensory experiences deemed unacceptable to that person's social group.

Question 2

Describe the idea of a "drug abuse cycle" with phases analogous to those seen in epidemics of infectious diseases.

Accepted Answer

The idea of a "drug abuse cycle" with ph

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

A) availability 
B) choice 
C) genetics 
D) age 
A) availability 
B) choice 
C) genetics 
D) age

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) complete data sets 
B) clinical case studies 
C) investigative reporting 
D) incomplete data 
A) complete data sets 
B) clinical case studies 
C) investigative reporting 
D) incomplete data

Question 5

List and describe the five levels or stages of substance use behaviors that progress to addiction issues.

Accepted Answer

1. Experimental use: This is the first s

Question 6

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

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Tammy says drinking alcohol makes her "feel" better, even though many of her close friends see a general deterioration in her ability to take care of various aspects of her life.Her decision to begin and continue to use alcohol is possibly being influenced by

Accepted Answer

A) social learning. 
B) blindness to the chemical's effects. 
C) cultural/social influences. 
D) alcohol's reward potential. 
A) social learning. 
B) blindness to the chemical's effects. 
C) cultural/social influences. 
D) alcohol's reward potential.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A) Impaired control over substance use 
B) No avoidance of activities not centered on substance use 
C) Enhancement of normal functioning 
D) Adherence to religious dictates against substance use 
A) Impaired control over substance use 
B) No avoidance of activities not centered on substance use 
C) Enhancement of normal functioning 
D) Adherence to religious dictates against substance use

Question 10

Drugs that have the highest pharmacological reward potential for abuse tend to have a

Accepted Answer

A) rapid onset of action. 
B) slow onset of action. 
C) strong social learning component. 
D) low probability of being addictive. 
A) rapid onset of action. 
B) slow onset of action. 
C) strong social learning component. 
D) low probability of being addictive.

Exam 2: The Nature of the Beast

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

Describe the idea of a "drug abuse cycle" with phases analogous to those seen in epidemics of infectious diseases.

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

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

List and describe the five levels or stages of substance use behaviors that progress to addiction issues.

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.

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

Tammy says drinking alcohol makes her "feel" better, even though many of her close friends see a general deterioration in her ability to take care of various aspects of her life.Her decision to begin and continue to use alcohol is possibly being influenced by

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

Drugs that have the highest pharmacological reward potential for abuse tend to have a

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An Introduction to Alcohol: Mans Oldest Recreational Chemical

The Alcohol Use Disorders

Misuse of Barbiturates and Barbiturate-Like Compounds

Misuse of Benzodiazepines and Similar Agents

Misuse of Central Nervous System Stimulants and Stimulant Use Disorders

Cocaine Misuse and Cocaine Use Disorder

Marijuana Misuse and Cannabis Use Disorder

Opioid Use and Misuse

Hallucinogen Misuse

Misuse of Inhalants and Aerosols

The Under-Recognized Problem of Steroid Misuse

Tobacco Products and Tobacco Use Disorder

Over the Counter Analgesics

Chemicals and the Neonate

Gender and Substance Use Disorders

Hidden Faces of Substance Use Disorders

Substance Misuse by Children and Adolescents

Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in College Students

Substance Use Disorders and the Older Adult

Substance Use Disorders and the Family

Codependency and Enabling

The Client With Co-Occurring Disorders: Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness

The Biopsychosocial Model of the Substance Use Disorders

The Substance Use Disorders As a Disease of the Human Spirit

The Assessment of Suspected Substance Use Disorders

Intervention

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Treatment Formats

The Process of Treatment

Pharmacological Interventions for Substance Use Disorders

Relapse and Other Problems Frequently Encountered in Substance Rehabilitation

Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery

Substance Use Disorders and Infectious Disease

The Relationship Between Drugs and Crime

The Debate Over Legalization

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