Exam 17: Adjustment Disorders and Life-Cycle Transitions

One reason why drugs are addictive is that these substances act upon the same area of the brain that naturally responds to biologically rewarding stimuli.

The most effective prevention programs for alcohol use disorders target all of the following, except: This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Which of the following statements is true concerning the use of cocaine?

During his alcohol treatment, Jerome has been focusing on the potentially risky situations that may cause him to have the urge to drink. He attempts to determine ways to avoid these situations in the future. In addition to the identification of the situations, Jerome is learning coping strategies to use if he "slips" and takes a drink. What kind of treatment is Jerome most likely participating in?

Approximately what percentage of high school students in the U.S. has tried an illegal drug before graduating from high school? This question is based on the Faces Interactive Substance Abuse Module

Rita is ingesting substances that are categorized as central nervous system depressants. Which of the following drugs is not a depressant?

People with substance-related conditions cannot experience hallucinations, delusions, or seizures.

Which of the following statements is true concerning the disease model of alcoholism?

Gervase not only uses alcohol in dangerous situations and fails to meet his social, financial, and work obligations, but he has also developed a physiological tolerance to alcohol. He spends much of his time intoxicated or in withdrawal and continues to drink despite the problems it causes. What would Gervase likely be diagnosed with?

Cocaine blocks the reuptake of which of the following neurotransmitters?

Moses began drinking heavily when he was a teenager. He was trying to cope with the anxiety and depression that had plagued him since childhood. Which subtype or pattern of alcohol dependence is Moses exhibiting?

Edgar is in therapy for his alcoholism. His therapist is using a behavioural technique that involves having Edgar hold a glass of his favourite drink, smell it, place it to his lips, but refrain from drinking it. What is this treatment referred to as?

Barbiturates are legally manufactured substances that are difficult to acquire since they have to be prescribed by doctors.

GHB and ecstasy used in the "Rave" scene are known as ____________ drugs.

Which of the following is not associated with increased alcohol abuse and dependence among Canada's Aboriginal people?

Which of the following medical conditions is an alcohol-related syndrome that involves mental confusion, disorientation, and in severe states, a coma?

James's wife has noticed after he has been drinking, he vomits, has the shakes, and gets anxious because of his visual hallucinations. She is concerned because she has read that people who drink can have these symptoms. Which of the following problems is James exhibiting?

Joel has been court-ordered to take medication for his alcohol problem. If he refuses to comply, he will be arrested. In order to ensure compliance, Joel must go to a medical facility daily to take the medication. He has been warned that in addition to the threat of jail, he will get violently ill if he drinks while taking the medication. Which of the following medications is Joel likely taking?

Which of the following is not a reason why older people may be less likely to abuse alcohol?

Which of the following diagnoses is appropriate when a person uses alcohol in dangerous situations, fails to meet important obligations, and has recurrent legal or social problems resulting from alcohol use?