Question 1

Gambling disorder is MOST common among:

Accepted Answer

A)  adults who are feeling distressed. 
B)  adults who are feeling happy. 
C)  teenagers and college students who are feeling distressed. 
D)  teenagers and college students who are feeling happy. 
A)  adults who are feeling distressed. 
B)  adults who are feeling happy. 
C)  teenagers and college students who are feeling distressed. 
D)  teenagers and college students who are feeling happy.

Question 2

Sobriety High and Drug Court programs:

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A)  cost the same as regular educational programs and do not save society money in the long run. 
B)  cost the same as regular educational programs but save society money in the long run. 
C)  actually cost less than regular educational programs but do not save society money in the long run. 
D)  cost more than regular educational programs but save society money in the long run. 
A)  cost the same as regular educational programs and do not save society money in the long run. 
B)  cost the same as regular educational programs but save society money in the long run. 
C)  actually cost less than regular educational programs but do not save society money in the long run. 
D)  cost more than regular educational programs but save society money in the long run.

Question 3

A friend says, "I'm thinking about getting some help for my problem drinking. What's the most commonly used form of treatment?" Your BEST answer is:

Accepted Answer

A)  "private doctors' offices." 
B)  "self-help groups." 
C)  "inpatient rehabilitation." 
D)  "outpatient mental health centers." 
A)  "private doctors' offices." 
B)  "self-help groups." 
C)  "inpatient rehabilitation." 
D)  "outpatient mental health centers."

Question 4

An individual who is dependent on alcohol is experiencing delirium tremens. This reaction is:

Accepted Answer

A)  common, starting about a week after an individual stops drinking. 
B)  common, starting within three days after an individual stops drinking. 
C)  uncommon, starting about a week after an individual stops drinking. 
D)  uncommon, starting within three days after an individual stops drinking. 
A)  common, starting about a week after an individual stops drinking. 
B)  common, starting within three days after an individual stops drinking. 
C)  uncommon, starting about a week after an individual stops drinking. 
D)  uncommon, starting within three days after an individual stops drinking.

Question 5

A combination of alcohol abuse and a vitamin-B deficiency can lead to:

Accepted Answer

A)  delirium tremens. 
B)  Tourette's syndrome. 
C)  Korsakoff's syndrome. 
D)  alcohol-induced psychotic disorder. 
A)  delirium tremens. 
B)  Tourette's syndrome. 
C)  Korsakoff's syndrome. 
D)  alcohol-induced psychotic disorder.

Question 6

According to some educators, the number-one public health hazard for college students is _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to some educators, the number-one public...

Question 7

Describe how marijuana has changed since the 1970s, and describe the increase in the number of diagnoses of "cannabis use disorder," as well as the dangers associated with marijuana use. How might these be related?

Accepted Answer

Marijuana has changed significantly sinc

Question 8

At a "rave," a student took a drug that caused a great burst of energy, along with badly distorted visual experiences. Most likely, the drug the student took was:

Accepted Answer

A)  cannabis (smoked). 
B)  cannabis (ingested). 
C)  Xanax. 
D)  Ecstasy. 
A)  cannabis (smoked). 
B)  cannabis (ingested). 
C)  Xanax. 
D)  Ecstasy.

Question 9

Which of the following would NOT be considered a "drug"?

Accepted Answer

A)  heroin 
B)  caffeine 
C)  sugar 
D)  nicotine 
A)  heroin 
B)  caffeine 
C)  sugar 
D)  nicotine

Question 10

If a physician wanted to relieve anxiety with a lesser risk of drowsiness, overdose, and slowed breathing, the physician would prescribe:

Accepted Answer

A)  barbiturates. 
B)  alcohol. 
C)  benzodiazepines. 
D)  cocaine. 
A)  barbiturates. 
B)  alcohol. 
C)  benzodiazepines. 
D)  cocaine.

Question 11

According to reports about the effectiveness of the Sobriety High program, about what percent of those enrolled have mental health problems besides chemical dependency?

Accepted Answer

A)  30 percent 
B)  60 percent 
C)  90 percent 
D)  almost 100 percent 
A)  30 percent 
B)  60 percent 
C)  90 percent 
D)  almost 100 percent

Question 12

A manager who feels anxious about speaking in front of large groups frequently has a couple of glasses of wine to "relax" before beginning to speak. This "medicinal" use of alcohol can be explained MOST easily:

Accepted Answer

A)  by opponent-process theory. 
B)  through molecular biological analysis. 
C)  by operant conditioning. 
D)  as genetic predisposition. 
A)  by opponent-process theory. 
B)  through molecular biological analysis. 
C)  by operant conditioning. 
D)  as genetic predisposition.

Question 13

A newly developed drug causes users to lose some muscle control and slur their words, The drug also results in a slowing of central nervous system activity. MOST likely this drug is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  depressant. 
B)  hallucinogen. 
C)  stimulant. 
D)  polydrug. 
A)  depressant. 
B)  hallucinogen. 
C)  stimulant. 
D)  polydrug.

Question 14

Because alcohol binds to neurons that normally receive the neurotransmitter GABA, it is not surprising that alcohol:

Accepted Answer

A)  makes people feel sad. 
B)  makes people throw up. 
C)  relaxes people. 
D)  is a stimulant. 
A)  makes people feel sad. 
B)  makes people throw up. 
C)  relaxes people. 
D)  is a stimulant.

Question 15

Nate took a drug and a few minutes later felt calm and drowsy. Then he went to sleep. Nate probably took:

Accepted Answer

A)  heroin. 
B)  cocaine. 
C)  cannabis. 
D)  a barbiturate. 
A)  heroin. 
B)  cocaine. 
C)  cannabis. 
D)  a barbiturate.

Question 16

Polysubstance use involving illegal drugs occurs in about what percentage of U.S. illegal drug users?

Accepted Answer

A)  20 percent 
B)  40 percent 
C)  60 percent 
D)  as many as 90 percent 
A)  20 percent 
B)  40 percent 
C)  60 percent 
D)  as many as 90 percent

Question 17

Alcoholism sometimes leads to a disease marked by confusion and extreme memory impairment. This disease is called _____.

Accepted Answer

Korsakoff'

Question 18

An individual goes to a casino two weekends every year. While there, he usually loses several thousand dollars gambling. In between casino visits, he neither gambles nor thinks much about gambling. Which statement is the MOST accurate assessment of this behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  This behavior is not a gambling disorder. 
B)  This behavior may not be gambling disorder because the person doesn't gamble often enough. 
C)  This behavior may not be gambling disorder because the person doesn't lose enough money. 
D)  This behavior is a gambling disorder. 
A)  This behavior is not a gambling disorder. 
B)  This behavior may not be gambling disorder because the person doesn't gamble often enough. 
C)  This behavior may not be gambling disorder because the person doesn't lose enough money. 
D)  This behavior is a gambling disorder.

Question 19

Why is the risk of transmitting AIDS an important factor for heroin users?

Accepted Answer

A)  because heroin facilitates the body's receptivity to AIDS 
B)  because heroin lowers immune system function 
C)  because heroin is a good medium in which viruses can grow 
D)  because heroin users often share needles that can be infected 
A)  because heroin facilitates the body's receptivity to AIDS 
B)  because heroin lowers immune system function 
C)  because heroin is a good medium in which viruses can grow 
D)  because heroin users often share needles that can be infected

Question 20

_____ is often given to people who are trying to stop consuming alcohol.

Accepted Answer

A)  Methadone 
B)  Naloxone 
C)  Disulfiram 
D)  The alcohol patch 
A)  Methadone 
B)  Naloxone 
C)  Disulfiram 
D)  The alcohol patch

Gambling disorder is MOST common among:

Sobriety High and Drug Court programs:

A friend says, "I'm thinking about getting some help for my problem drinking. What's the most commonly used form of treatment?" Your BEST answer is:

An individual who is dependent on alcohol is experiencing delirium tremens. This reaction is:

A combination of alcohol abuse and a vitamin-B deficiency can lead to:

According to some educators, the number-one public health hazard for college students is _____.

Describe how marijuana has changed since the 1970s, and describe the increase in the number of diagnoses of "cannabis use disorder," as well as the dangers associated with marijuana use. How might these be related?

At a "rave," a student took a drug that caused a great burst of energy, along with badly distorted visual experiences. Most likely, the drug the student took was:

Which of the following would NOT be considered a "drug"?

If a physician wanted to relieve anxiety with a lesser risk of drowsiness, overdose, and slowed breathing, the physician would prescribe:

According to reports about the effectiveness of the Sobriety High program, about what percent of those enrolled have mental health problems besides chemical dependency?

A manager who feels anxious about speaking in front of large groups frequently has a couple of glasses of wine to "relax" before beginning to speak. This "medicinal" use of alcohol can be explained MOST easily:

A newly developed drug causes users to lose some muscle control and slur their words, The drug also results in a slowing of central nervous system activity. MOST likely this drug is a:

Because alcohol binds to neurons that normally receive the neurotransmitter GABA, it is not surprising that alcohol:

Nate took a drug and a few minutes later felt calm and drowsy. Then he went to sleep. Nate probably took:

Polysubstance use involving illegal drugs occurs in about what percentage of U.S. illegal drug users?

Alcoholism sometimes leads to a disease marked by confusion and extreme memory impairment. This disease is called _____.

An individual goes to a casino two weekends every year. While there, he usually loses several thousand dollars gambling. In between casino visits, he neither gambles nor thinks much about gambling. Which statement is the MOST accurate assessment of this behavior?

Why is the risk of transmitting AIDS an important factor for heroin users?

_____ is often given to people who are trying to stop consuming alcohol.

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Exam 12: Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Gambling disorder is MOST common among:

Sobriety High and Drug Court programs:

A friend says, "I'm thinking about getting some help for my problem drinking. What's the most commonly used form of treatment?" Your BEST answer is:

An individual who is dependent on alcohol is experiencing delirium tremens. This reaction is:

A combination of alcohol abuse and a vitamin-B deficiency can lead to:

According to some educators, the number-one public health hazard for college students is _____.

Describe how marijuana has changed since the 1970s, and describe the increase in the number of diagnoses of "cannabis use disorder," as well as the dangers associated with marijuana use. How might these be related?

At a "rave," a student took a drug that caused a great burst of energy, along with badly distorted visual experiences. Most likely, the drug the student took was:

Which of the following would NOT be considered a "drug"?

If a physician wanted to relieve anxiety with a lesser risk of drowsiness, overdose, and slowed breathing, the physician would prescribe:

According to reports about the effectiveness of the Sobriety High program, about what percent of those enrolled have mental health problems besides chemical dependency?

A manager who feels anxious about speaking in front of large groups frequently has a couple of glasses of wine to "relax" before beginning to speak. This "medicinal" use of alcohol can be explained MOST easily:

A newly developed drug causes users to lose some muscle control and slur their words, The drug also results in a slowing of central nervous system activity. MOST likely this drug is a:

Because alcohol binds to neurons that normally receive the neurotransmitter GABA, it is not surprising that alcohol:

Nate took a drug and a few minutes later felt calm and drowsy. Then he went to sleep. Nate probably took:

Polysubstance use involving illegal drugs occurs in about what percentage of U.S. illegal drug users?

Alcoholism sometimes leads to a disease marked by confusion and extreme memory impairment. This disease is called _____.

An individual goes to a casino two weekends every year. While there, he usually loses several thousand dollars gambling. In between casino visits, he neither gambles nor thinks much about gambling. Which statement is the MOST accurate assessment of this behavior?

Why is the risk of transmitting AIDS an important factor for heroin users?

_____ is often given to people who are trying to stop consuming alcohol.

Abnormal Psychology: Past and Present

Research in Abnormal Psychology

Models of Abnormality

Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Related Disorders

Disorders of Trauma and Stress

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Treatments for Depressive and Bipolar Disorders

Suicide

Disorders Featuring Somatic Symptoms

Eating Disorders

Disorders of Sex and Gender: Sexual Dysfunctions, Paraphilic Disorders, and Gender Dysphoria

Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

Treatments for Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

Personality Disorders

Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Disorders of Aging and Cognition

Law, Society, and the Mental Health Profession

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