Question 1

Samantha has realized it takes a great deal more wine for her to feel relaxed and less stressed after work than it used to. She has developed

Accepted Answer

A)  an anxiety disorder. 
B)  tolerance. 
C)  addiction. 
D)  withdrawal. 
A)  an anxiety disorder. 
B)  tolerance. 
C)  addiction. 
D)  withdrawal.

Question 2

Work addiction is found in all age groups, although it typically develops in people in their late 20s or early 30s.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Susan's family is planning an intervention to confront her about her exercise addiction. What are the four components of effective intervention that they should consider?

Accepted Answer

1. Emphasize care and concern for the ad

Question 4

Which of the following statements about intervention is True?

Accepted Answer

A)  Individual confrontations usually work best. 
B)  Interventions usually go very smoothly. 
C)  Interventions work best if they are impromptu. 
D)  Interventions need to be planned and rehearsed. 
A)  Individual confrontations usually work best. 
B)  Interventions usually go very smoothly. 
C)  Interventions work best if they are impromptu. 
D)  Interventions need to be planned and rehearsed.

Question 5

When the behavior pattern nurturing through avoidance occurs, a person

Accepted Answer

A)  finds a productive, healthy way to deal with a negative situation. 
B)  seeks a chemical or behavior that provides the illusion of relief from a negative situation. 
C)  avoids people or situations that are stressful to reduce symptoms of depression or anxiety. 
D)  is in denial that a problem exists and withdraws from friends and family. 
A)  finds a productive, healthy way to deal with a negative situation. 
B)  seeks a chemical or behavior that provides the illusion of relief from a negative situation. 
C)  avoids people or situations that are stressful to reduce symptoms of depression or anxiety. 
D)  is in denial that a problem exists and withdraws from friends and family.

Question 6

Bill is excessively preoccupied with online gambling. It could be called his obsession.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Excessive preoccupation with a behavior and an overwhelming need to perform it is

Accepted Answer

A)  compulsion. 
B)  dependence. 
C)  tolerance. 
D)  habit. 
A)  compulsion. 
B)  dependence. 
C)  tolerance. 
D)  habit.

Question 8

Research has provided little support for a genetic influence for addiction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Janet has four store credit cards that she charged up to their limits. To make the minimum payments, she had to take a second job, which significantly reduces the time she has available to study. What symptom of addiction does this demonstrate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Denial 
B)  Loss of control 
C)  Compulsion 
D)  Negative consequences 
A)  Denial 
B)  Loss of control 
C)  Compulsion 
D)  Negative consequences

Question 10

People with multiple addictions begin recovery by

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminating all addictive substances at the same time. 
B)  substituting the least harmful addiction for the more harmful one. 
C)  first recognizing that they have a problem. 
D)  decreasing the frequency of the addictive behavior or chemical. 
A)  eliminating all addictive substances at the same time. 
B)  substituting the least harmful addiction for the more harmful one. 
C)  first recognizing that they have a problem. 
D)  decreasing the frequency of the addictive behavior or chemical.

Question 11

Process addictions are addictions to some type of behavior. List at least four common process addictions.

Accepted Answer

(any four of the following)
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Question 12

Which addiction is characterized by time urgency, perfectionism, difficulty with relationships, and the need for control, achievement, and success?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sex addiction. 
B)  Work addiction. 
C)  Technology addiction. 
D)  Gambling addiction 
A)  Sex addiction. 
B)  Work addiction. 
C)  Technology addiction. 
D)  Gambling addiction

Question 13

Gambling has increased among college students with the advent of online gambling and easy access to lottery tickets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A divorce may trigger addictive behaviors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Withdrawal symptoms from chemical dependencies are generally

Accepted Answer

A)  less dramatic than those from addictive behaviors. 
B)  the opposite of the effects of the substance being withdrawn. 
C)  more psychological than physiological. 
D)  limited to short-term feelings of guilt, anger, and frustration. 
A)  less dramatic than those from addictive behaviors. 
B)  the opposite of the effects of the substance being withdrawn. 
C)  more psychological than physiological. 
D)  limited to short-term feelings of guilt, anger, and frustration.

Question 16

Sex addicts frequently experience episodes of depression and anxiety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Compulsive buying affects what percentage of U.S. adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  Up to 5% 
B)  Up to 10% 
C)  Up to 15% 
D)  Up to 20% 
A)  Up to 5% 
B)  Up to 10% 
C)  Up to 15% 
D)  Up to 20%

Question 18

The adaptive state that occurs with addiction to a substance that results in withdrawal syndrome if the substance is withheld is

Accepted Answer

A)  compulsion. 
B)  physiological dependence. 
C)  tolerance. 
D)  psychological dependence. 
A)  compulsion. 
B)  physiological dependence. 
C)  tolerance. 
D)  psychological dependence.

Question 19

Cleaning up the vomit from your roommate's latest episode of binge drinking is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  interdependence. 
B)  social responsibility. 
C)  enabling. 
D)  dysfunctionality. 
A)  interdependence. 
B)  social responsibility. 
C)  enabling. 
D)  dysfunctionality.

Question 20

What is the goal of an intervention conducted by family members and/or friends of an addict? Who can help them plan and carry out an intervention?

Accepted Answer

The goal is to break down denial compass

Exam 13: Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction

Samantha has realized it takes a great deal more wine for her to feel relaxed and less stressed after work than it used to. She has developed

Work addiction is found in all age groups, although it typically develops in people in their late 20s or early 30s.

Susan's family is planning an intervention to confront her about her exercise addiction. What are the four components of effective intervention that they should consider?

Which of the following statements about intervention is True?

When the behavior pattern nurturing through avoidance occurs, a person

Bill is excessively preoccupied with online gambling. It could be called his obsession.

Excessive preoccupation with a behavior and an overwhelming need to perform it is

Research has provided little support for a genetic influence for addiction.

Janet has four store credit cards that she charged up to their limits. To make the minimum payments, she had to take a second job, which significantly reduces the time she has available to study. What symptom of addiction does this demonstrate?

People with multiple addictions begin recovery by

Process addictions are addictions to some type of behavior. List at least four common process addictions.

Which addiction is characterized by time urgency, perfectionism, difficulty with relationships, and the need for control, achievement, and success?

Gambling has increased among college students with the advent of online gambling and easy access to lottery tickets.

A divorce may trigger addictive behaviors.

Withdrawal symptoms from chemical dependencies are generally

Sex addicts frequently experience episodes of depression and anxiety.

Compulsive buying affects what percentage of U.S. adults?

The adaptive state that occurs with addiction to a substance that results in withdrawal syndrome if the substance is withheld is

Cleaning up the vomit from your roommate's latest episode of binge drinking is an example of

What is the goal of an intervention conducted by family members and/or friends of an addict? Who can help them plan and carry out an intervention?

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