Question 1

The substances in cigarettes which contribute to cardiovascular disease are

Accepted Answer

A)  tar and carbon. 
B)  winston and salem. 
C)  carbon monoxide and nicotine. 
D)  filters and menthol. 
A)  tar and carbon. 
B)  winston and salem. 
C)  carbon monoxide and nicotine. 
D)  filters and menthol.

Question 2

Steve grew up seeing his parents and their friends having fun at annual Super Bowl parties at which large amounts of alcohol were consumed. According to expectancy theory, Steve is likely to develop ____ attitudes toward alcohol via ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  negative; social learning 
B)  positive; classical conditioning 
C)  negative; classical conditioning 
D)  positive; social learning 
A)  negative; social learning 
B)  positive; classical conditioning 
C)  negative; classical conditioning 
D)  positive; social learning

Question 3

You are a smoker who has decided to quit. Which of the following programs would likely be most effective for you

Accepted Answer

A)  quitting ''cold turkey'' 
B)  using a nicotine patch 
C)  providing material rewards for success 
D)  a multidimensional program 
A)  quitting ''cold turkey'' 
B)  using a nicotine patch 
C)  providing material rewards for success 
D)  a multidimensional program

Question 4

Which substance in inhaled cigarette smoke is readily absorbed into the bloodstream and reduces the ability of the blood to carry oxygen

Accepted Answer

A)  tar 
B)  nicotine 
C)  carbon monoxide 
D)  carbon dioxide 
A)  tar 
B)  nicotine 
C)  carbon monoxide 
D)  carbon dioxide

Question 5

In the past Randi had only to drink two beers before she felt a "buzz." Now she must drink five or more beers to get that "buzz." Randi is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

A)  tolerance. 
B)  withdrawal. 
C)  psychological dependence. 
D)  addiction. 
A)  tolerance. 
B)  withdrawal. 
C)  psychological dependence. 
D)  addiction.

Question 6

Maria has just finished formal treatment for her addiction to cocaine. If she experiences a relapse, when is the most likely time that will happen

Accepted Answer

A)  within the next few weeks 
B)  at the one year point following treatment 
C)  at the seven year point following treatment 
D)  relapse is highly unlikely 
A)  within the next few weeks 
B)  at the one year point following treatment 
C)  at the seven year point following treatment 
D)  relapse is highly unlikely

Question 7

In comparison to the research on the effects of smoking and drinking on health, the research on effects of drug use on health is

Accepted Answer

A)  well documented. 
B)  not well documented. 
C)  rapidly catching up. 
D)  hampered by negative public opinions. 
A)  well documented. 
B)  not well documented. 
C)  rapidly catching up. 
D)  hampered by negative public opinions.

Question 8

The phrase "lifetime prevalence rate" refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  number of new cases in a year. 
B)  proportion of individuals who have experienced the problem at any point in their lifetime. 
C)  another term for mortality rate. 
D)  another term for morbidity rate. 
A)  number of new cases in a year. 
B)  proportion of individuals who have experienced the problem at any point in their lifetime. 
C)  another term for mortality rate. 
D)  another term for morbidity rate.

Question 9

Cocaine may have harmful effects on the cardiovascular system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Since government agencies in Canada began issuing reports in the 1960s that described the health effects of smoking, smoking has steadily decreased.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Historically, _____ occurs more in countries that incorporate drinking into daily life, whereas _____ occurs more in countries that restrict alcohol use.

Accepted Answer

A)  alcoholism; problem drinking 
B)  problem drinking; alcoholism 
C)  intoxication; daily drinking 
D)  daily drinking; intoxication 
A)  alcoholism; problem drinking 
B)  problem drinking; alcoholism 
C)  intoxication; daily drinking 
D)  daily drinking; intoxication

Question 12

Distinguish between the various types and effects of the different categories of drugs.

Accepted Answer

There are several categories of drugs, e

Question 13

According to research, when smokers relapse what phenomenon is observed

Accepted Answer

A)  They are able to immediately attempt another quit effort and be successful. 
B)  They usually give up trying to quit entirely. 
C)  They decrease their perceptions of the health risks of smoking. 
D)  They switch to a low tar cigarette. 
A)  They are able to immediately attempt another quit effort and be successful. 
B)  They usually give up trying to quit entirely. 
C)  They decrease their perceptions of the health risks of smoking. 
D)  They switch to a low tar cigarette.

Question 14

According to recent research, how effective is Alcoholic Anonymous in reducing alcohol use

Accepted Answer

A)  AA's effectiveness is still unknown at present. 
B)  AA is as effective as other current methods. 
C)  AA is less effective than other methods. 
D)  AA is more effective than other methods. 
A)  AA's effectiveness is still unknown at present. 
B)  AA is as effective as other current methods. 
C)  AA is less effective than other methods. 
D)  AA is more effective than other methods.

Question 15

According to the stages of change model, what is the critical transition point for readiness to attempt stopping the use of a substance

Accepted Answer

A)  the shift from precontemplation to contemplation 
B)  the shift from preparation to action 
C)  the shift from contemplation to preparation/action 
D)  none of the above 
A)  the shift from precontemplation to contemplation 
B)  the shift from preparation to action 
C)  the shift from contemplation to preparation/action 
D)  none of the above

Question 16

Match the techniques with their descriptions :
-Involves replacing a problem behaviour with a behaviour incompatible with the problem.

Accepted Answer

A) aversion strategies 
B) self monitoring 
C) stimulus control 
D) response substitution 
E) behavioural contracting 
A) aversion strategies 
B) self monitoring 
C) stimulus control 
D) response substitution 
E) behavioural contracting

Question 17

Research on stress and smoking has led to each of the following conclusions except

Accepted Answer

A)  smoking is commonly identified as a way to reduce stress. 
B)  adult smoking increases with stress. 
C)  smoking is a good long-term tension reducer. 
D)  smokers report less anxiety if allowed to smoke. 
A)  smoking is commonly identified as a way to reduce stress. 
B)  adult smoking increases with stress. 
C)  smoking is a good long-term tension reducer. 
D)  smokers report less anxiety if allowed to smoke.

Question 18

Match the following agents with their descriptions :
-A narcotic or pain reducing substance.

Accepted Answer

A) emetine 
B) morphine 
C) barbiturate 
D) marijuana 
E) methadone 
A) emetine 
B) morphine 
C) barbiturate 
D) marijuana 
E) methadone

Question 19

Heavy drinking has been linked to all of the following health problems except

Accepted Answer

A)  asthma. 
B)  cirrhosis. 
C)  brain damage. 
D)  high blood pressure. 
A)  asthma. 
B)  cirrhosis. 
C)  brain damage. 
D)  high blood pressure.

Question 20

Incorporating a person's physician into their intervention program for reducing substance abuse is likely to prevent the person from wanting to participate and reduce the effectiveness of the program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The substances in cigarettes which contribute to cardiovascular disease are

Steve grew up seeing his parents and their friends having fun at annual Super Bowl parties at which large amounts of alcohol were consumed. According to expectancy theory, Steve is likely to develop attitudes toward alcohol via .

You are a smoker who has decided to quit. Which of the following programs would likely be most effective for you

Which substance in inhaled cigarette smoke is readily absorbed into the bloodstream and reduces the ability of the blood to carry oxygen

In the past Randi had only to drink two beers before she felt a "buzz." Now she must drink five or more beers to get that "buzz." Randi is exhibiting

Maria has just finished formal treatment for her addiction to cocaine. If she experiences a relapse, when is the most likely time that will happen

In comparison to the research on the effects of smoking and drinking on health, the research on effects of drug use on health is

The phrase "lifetime prevalence rate" refers to

Cocaine may have harmful effects on the cardiovascular system.

Since government agencies in Canada began issuing reports in the 1960s that described the health effects of smoking, smoking has steadily decreased.

Historically, _ occurs more in countries that incorporate drinking into daily life, whereas _ occurs more in countries that restrict alcohol use.

Distinguish between the various types and effects of the different categories of drugs.

According to research, when smokers relapse what phenomenon is observed

According to recent research, how effective is Alcoholic Anonymous in reducing alcohol use

According to the stages of change model, what is the critical transition point for readiness to attempt stopping the use of a substance

Match the techniques with their descriptions : -Involves replacing a problem behaviour with a behaviour incompatible with the problem.

Research on stress and smoking has led to each of the following conclusions except

Match the following agents with their descriptions : -A narcotic or pain reducing substance.

Heavy drinking has been linked to all of the following health problems except

Incorporating a person's physician into their intervention program for reducing substance abuse is likely to prevent the person from wanting to participate and reduce the effectiveness of the program.

An Overview of Psychology and Health

The Bodys Physical Systems

Stress: Its Meaning, Impact and Sources

Stress, Biopsychosocial Factors, and Illness

Coping With and Reducing Stress

Health-Related Beahviour and Health Promotion

Improving Nutrition, Weight Control and Diet, Exercise and Safety

Using Health Services

In the Hosital: the Setting, Procedures and Effects on Patients

The Nature and Symptoms of Pain

Managing and Controlling Clinical Pain

Serious and Disabling Chronic Health Illnesses: Causes, Management, and Coping

Life-Threatening Conditions: Heart Disease, Stroke, Cancer, and Hivaids

Psychosocial Factors in Aging and Dying

Whats Ahead for Health Psychology

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Exam 7: Substance Use and Abuse

The substances in cigarettes which contribute to cardiovascular disease are

Steve grew up seeing his parents and their friends having fun at annual Super Bowl parties at which large amounts of alcohol were consumed. According to expectancy theory, Steve is likely to develop ____ attitudes toward alcohol via ____.

You are a smoker who has decided to quit. Which of the following programs would likely be most effective for you

Which substance in inhaled cigarette smoke is readily absorbed into the bloodstream and reduces the ability of the blood to carry oxygen

In the past Randi had only to drink two beers before she felt a "buzz." Now she must drink five or more beers to get that "buzz." Randi is exhibiting

Maria has just finished formal treatment for her addiction to cocaine. If she experiences a relapse, when is the most likely time that will happen

In comparison to the research on the effects of smoking and drinking on health, the research on effects of drug use on health is

The phrase "lifetime prevalence rate" refers to

Cocaine may have harmful effects on the cardiovascular system.

Since government agencies in Canada began issuing reports in the 1960s that described the health effects of smoking, smoking has steadily decreased.

Historically, _____ occurs more in countries that incorporate drinking into daily life, whereas _____ occurs more in countries that restrict alcohol use.

Distinguish between the various types and effects of the different categories of drugs.

According to research, when smokers relapse what phenomenon is observed

According to recent research, how effective is Alcoholic Anonymous in reducing alcohol use

According to the stages of change model, what is the critical transition point for readiness to attempt stopping the use of a substance

Match the techniques with their descriptions : -Involves replacing a problem behaviour with a behaviour incompatible with the problem.

Research on stress and smoking has led to each of the following conclusions except

Match the following agents with their descriptions : -A narcotic or pain reducing substance.

Heavy drinking has been linked to all of the following health problems except

Incorporating a person's physician into their intervention program for reducing substance abuse is likely to prevent the person from wanting to participate and reduce the effectiveness of the program.

An Overview of Psychology and Health

The Bodys Physical Systems

Stress: Its Meaning, Impact and Sources

Stress, Biopsychosocial Factors, and Illness

Coping With and Reducing Stress

Health-Related Beahviour and Health Promotion

Improving Nutrition, Weight Control and Diet, Exercise and Safety

Using Health Services

In the Hosital: the Setting, Procedures and Effects on Patients

The Nature and Symptoms of Pain

Managing and Controlling Clinical Pain

Serious and Disabling Chronic Health Illnesses: Causes, Management, and Coping

Life-Threatening Conditions: Heart Disease, Stroke, Cancer, and Hivaids

Psychosocial Factors in Aging and Dying

Whats Ahead for Health Psychology

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Steve grew up seeing his parents and their friends having fun at annual Super Bowl parties at which large amounts of alcohol were consumed. According to expectancy theory, Steve is likely to develop attitudes toward alcohol via .

Historically, _ occurs more in countries that incorporate drinking into daily life, whereas _ occurs more in countries that restrict alcohol use.