Deck 14: Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Question 1

One of the more critical dangers of inhalants is that the pleasurable effects are short-lived.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding marijuana use in adolescents?

A) Currently, more adolescents smoke cigarettes than smoke marijuana.
B) Adolescents who smoke marijuana show decreases in executive functioning.
C) Although illegal, marijuana is generally a harmless drug and most adolescents give it up before adulthood.
D) Adolescents who begin smoking marijuana at a young age will go on to abuse cocaine.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The authors of this text would most likely agree that brain development in children and adolescents follows a pattern of development that is similar to a:

A) roller coaster.
B) ski slope.
C) rolling hill.
D) mountain top.

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The age a child is when they have their first drink is correlated with the significance of impairment in adulthood.

Question 5

Molly smoked marijuana once because her friends encouraged her to give it a try but hasn't tried it again. This is an example of experimental substance use.

Question 6

John enjoys skiing black diamond and rock climbing, while his brother Jack enjoys driving his car well over the speed limit and experimenting with different types of drugs. Both boys are engaging in _________ behaviors, but John's activities would not be considered ________.

A) risky; impulsive
B) dangerous; socially acceptable
C) risky; age-appropriate
D) dangerous; risky

Question 7

A child who displays risk-taking behavior is also impulsive and vice versa.

Question 8

Dr. Stephens tells her psychology students that adolescents who are at risk for developing a substance use disorder are also more at risk for developing a conduct disorder. This assertion is based on the concept of problem behavior syndrome.

Question 9

Angela has a long-standing history of alcohol abuse. She is likely to also have an anxiety disorder.

Question 10

Dr. Vance is lecturing on substance use in adolescents and proposes that nicotine use in young adolescents leads to marijuana use. He is most likely describing the:

A) common factors model.
B) bridge hypothesis.
C) multiple addiction model.
D) linked hypothesis.

Question 11

When Tanika first injected herself with heroin, she experienced a rush of euphoria. This was likely related to an increase in which neurotransmitter?

A) serotonin
B) dopamine
C) cortisol
D) adrenaline

Question 12

The progression from experimentation to addiction to a particular substance is influenced by all of the following factors EXCEPT:

A) the drug itself.
B) various characteristics of the individual.
C) age of the individual.
D) sexual orientation of the individual.

Question 13

Internet use disorder has been added to the DSM-5 category of substance use and addictive disorders.

Question 14

Greg started smoking when he was 17 years old and now at 40 finds that he can't get through a day without a cigarette without feeling shaky. Greg is most likely _________ to cigarettes.

A) physically dependent
B) psychologically dependent
C) addicted
D) dependent

Question 15

Statistics support the fact that the majority of adolescents have had their first drink by age 14.

Question 16

A thorough medical examination should be conducted before, after, and during withdrawal from a substance because of:

A) the possibility of death related to cardiac arrest, STDs, and seizures.
B) possible medical complications related to past and current drug use as well as medical complications related to detoxing.
C) the importance of accurate documentation for insurance and research purposes.
D) the importance of ruling out other medical problems such as diabetes, thyroid problems, and tumors.

Question 17

The progression from drug user to drug addict is well understood and predictable.

Question 18

The hypothesis of using drugs to self-medicate an untreated mental health disorder is clearly supported by research.

Question 19

The authors of the text would most likely agree with which statement related to risk-taking in adolescents?

A) The majority of adolescents engage in some sort of risky behavior during their adolescent years.
B) Adolescents' brains are not fully developed and therefore they are more likely to engage in irrational behavior.
C) While adolescents are at risk for engaging in risk-taking behaviors, the majority do not engage in potentially harmful behaviors.
D) Adolescents'' brains are not fully developed and therefore any risky behaviors in which they engage have greater potential for harm.

Question 20

Which of the following interventions has been shown to be most effective in treating adolescents with substance abuse disorders?

A) shock therapy
B) psychotherapy
C) incarceration
D) cognitive-behavioral therapy

Question 21

Describe two psychological disorders commonly co-diagnosed with alcohol abuse in adolescents.

Question 22

The two periods of highest vulnerability to begin using substances are ________ and ________.

Question 23

What are the key implications for brain development that occurs during adolescence? How does this brain development put an adolescent at risk for abusing substances?

Question 24

Compare and contrast risk-taking and impulsive behaviors. Give examples of each.

Question 25

Describe the two most common periods of vulnerability for the development of substance abuse and the potential outcome of substance abuse during those periods.

Question 26

A person who is _________ on cocaine will experience ________ when they attempt to stop taking that drug.

Question 27

Describe the pros and cons associated with group therapy interventions for adolescents with substance abuse disorders.

Question 28

Gambling is an example of a/n ________ behavior while riding on the hood of a friend's car as the result of a dare may be considered a/n _________behavior.

Question 29

Describe and give examples of the problem behavior syndrome described by Jessor.

Question 30

Describe the role of social and cultural factors in the development, maintenance, and treatment of substance use and addictive disorders.

Question 31

Summarize the data on the genetic of alcohol abuse.

Question 32

Cynthia has just smoked marijuana and is finding it hard to walk straight. This effect is due to the impact of marijuana on the _________ in Cynthia's brain.

Question 33

Define and give an example of social substance use. Who might be most at risk for social substance use?

Question 34

Compare and contrast physical dependence and psychological dependence.

Question 35

An adolescent whose father who is an alcoholic and a gambler is more at risk of developing a/n _________.

Question 36

Dr. Swanson tells her psychology students that the likelihood to use drugs is based on two factors: the opportunity to use drugs and actually using drugs when given the opportunity. She is most likely lecturing on the ________ model.

Question 37

________ prevention focuses on developing a healthy lifestyle that includes not abusing substances.

Question 38

A 15-year-old freshman has been referred to the school psychologist by her father. The concerns include poor grades, withdrawal from her family, increased moodiness, and conflicts with peers. Briefly describe how the school psychologist might assess the possibility of substance use and how it may have impacted this adolescent.

Question 39

As a school psychologist in a large public high school you have been asked to help design a substance use prevention program for 9th graders. Identify the key components of a universal prevention program as well as how to identify and work with high-risk adolescents.

Question 40

Drinking that occurs at a college football game could be classified as ________ use.